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macOS 26.1 Beta Points to Pro Display XDR Refresh With Built-In Center Stage Camera

The 2019 model shipped without a webcam or speakers at $4,999.

A table of desktop Macs. Going clockwise around the table, starting at the front: the Mac Studio with Studio Display (height-adjustable stand and nano texture glass), the iMac, Mac Pro with Pro Display XDR (with Pro Stand) and Mac mini with Studio Display (tilt stand).
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Apple Pro Display XDR 2 to include built-in camera

Overview

  • Apple seeded macOS 26.1 (Tahoe) developer beta 3, where code strings referencing “Pro Display XDR Camera” and “Pro Display XDR Desk View Camera” were discovered.
  • The references suggest a next‑gen Pro Display XDR with an integrated ultra‑wide camera supporting Center Stage and Desk View, though Apple has not confirmed the product.
  • 9to5Mac surfaced the code findings and MacRumors contributor Aaron Perris corroborated them, with additional outlets reporting the same references.
  • Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has reported Apple is developing two new external monitors, providing context for potential updates to both Pro Display XDR and Studio Display.
  • Reports also speculate on upgrades such as 7K resolution, Thunderbolt 4 or 5, embedded Apple silicon, and higher refresh rates, which remain unverified until an official announcement.