Apple to Launch Next-Gen Touchscreen MacBook Pros with M7 Chips in 2026
Apple is set to introduce second-generation touchscreen MacBook Pros featuring M7 Pro and M7 Max chips next year, marking a significant shift in its laptop strategy.
Apple has officially entered the touchscreen laptop market with its new MacBook Pros, a departure from its previous stance against such technology. Despite this major shift, Mark Gurman from Bloomberg describes the launch as a cautious move, suggesting that the touchscreen feature should have been a more groundbreaking update rather than a routine enhancement.
The latest models are designed to be lighter and thinner, with improved heat management and cooling systems, aligning more closely with features that Windows laptops have offered for years. However, Gurman points out that Apple has not included features like the ability to fold the laptop into a tablet form or support for the Apple Pencil, indicating a desire to maintain the iPad's market position.
Looking ahead, Gurman anticipates the release of second-generation touchscreen MacBook Pros equipped with M7 Pro and M7 Max chips, which will enhance AI capabilities. Additionally, an entry-level 14-inch M7 MacBook Pro is expected, featuring the same design improvements seen in the higher-end models. The future strategy regarding the coexistence of touchscreen and non-touchscreen models remains uncertain as Apple continues to refine its laptop and iPad designs.