Overview
- Multiple outlets expect early‑to‑mid 2026 Mac updates focused on M5 chips across MacBook Air, MacBook Pro (M5 Pro/Max), Mac mini, and Mac Studio.
- A budget MacBook reportedly targets students with an iPhone‑class A‑series chip, a 13‑inch LCD, basic USB‑C ports, and pricing possibly starting around $599 to $699 in the first half of 2026.
- Bloomberg‑cited reports point to a late‑2026 MacBook Pro redesign with OLED displays, touch support, and M6‑family processors, with timing that could slip into early 2027.
- Code references suggest a new Studio Display with 120Hz support, SDR/HDR modes, and an A19 controller, with a Pro Display XDR update also reported as possible.
- Reporting indicates Apple may prioritize Mac Studio with M5 Max/Ultra over Mac Pro, while a WWDC macOS 27 preview is expected to focus on performance and stability.