Overview
- Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reports the new high‑end MacBook Pros are planned for the macOS 26.3 release cycle, and Apple has not officially announced the models.
- macOS 26.3 is in beta testing, currently at beta 3, and outlets expect a public release soon, with some tips specifically pointing to March.
- Multiple reports say current M4 Pro/Max configurations show tightened supply and longer ship dates, while new units are already staged in warehouses.
- The refresh is expected to keep the existing 14‑ and 16‑inch design and focus on performance gains from M5 Pro and M5 Max, internally referenced as J714 and J716.
- Separate supply‑chain reporting indicates a larger MacBook Pro redesign with OLED displays and M6 chips is targeted for the final quarter of 2026.