Apple Finally Launches Its First Touchscreen MacBook Pro

Apple has confirmed new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models featuring OLED displays and touchscreen backing for the first time.

Key points

• Both models employ Apple's M5 Pro and M5 Max processors, with costs starting at $2, 899.
• While sales will commence on November 6, pre-orders opened on October 28, 2026.
• Apple's New iPad Mini Gets OLED Display and a Hidden Difference Between Models.
• Apple MacBook Pro and iMac Obtain M6 Chips and 24 Hours Battery.
• Depending on the model, weight has been reduced by approximately 200g to 300g.

Meanwhile, the new laptops will be sold alongside the existing MacBook Pro lineup. They additionally introduce Dynamic Island, a lighter design, improved speakers, and the return of the glowing Apple logo.

Both models employ Apple's M5 Pro and M5 Max processors, with costs starting at $2, 899. New OLED Display and Touchscreen.

Notably, the biggest upgrade is Apple's new PROLED XDR display. It uses Tandem OLED technology previously introduced on the iPad Pro.

This technology combines two OLED layers to improve brightness and image quality.

In practice, the displays backing up to 2, 000 nits of peak brightness and 1, 000 nits of sustained brightness, along with a variable refresh rate ranging from 10Hz to 120Hz.

They additionally backing P3 and Adobe RGB color spaces, making them suitable for photography, video editing, and design work.

For the first time, MacBook users can interact directly with the screen through touch.

Users can scroll through pages, zoom into photos, and interact with backed applications without relying entirely on the trackpad or mouse.

Nevertheless, Apple has not redesigned macOS completely around touch controls. The feature works alongside the keyboard and trackpad. Apple has additionally not unveiled backing for the Apple Pencil.

Apple MacBook Pro and iMac Obtain M6 Chips and 24 Hours Battery. Dynamic Island and New Design.

Apple has replaced the traditional display notch with Dynamic Island, similar to the feature discovered on iPhones. It provides access to notifications, ongoing activities, and other information.

Nevertheless, the new MacBook Pro models still lack Face ID. Users will continue to rely on Touch ID for fingerprint authentication.

Meanwhile, the laptops are additionally slightly smaller and lighter than the existing models.

Apple has additionally redesigned the internal cooling system to direct warm air away from the display.

Another noticeable change is the return of the illuminated Apple logo on the back of the screen, a feature previously available on older MacBooks.

Notably, the new MacBook Pro models retain the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips discovered in the existing lineup.

Memory, storage, connectivity, and battery performance remain largely similar, meaning the biggest differences are the new display and design. Apple has additionally improved the six-speaker audio system.

For context, the updated speakers include redesigned woofers that deliver 50% deeper bass, along with new tweeters.

Notably, the speaker system has additionally been adjusted to maintain sound quality when the laptop's lid is closed. Battery life remains rated at up to 24 hours.

Apple is offering the new OLED MacBook Pro in four main configurations. 14-inch MacBook Pro (M5 Pro) $2, 899. 16-inch MacBook Pro (M5 Pro) $3, 399. 14-inch MacBook Pro (M5 Max) $4, 499. 16-inch MacBook Pro (M5 Max) $4, 799.

Notably, the new models will be available alongside the standard MacBook Pro range, giving buyers the choice between the existing display and the newer OLED touchscreen. Stay Connected with ProPakistani.

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