MacRumors Article
MacBook Pro With Touch Screen and New Mac Studio Likely 'Postponed'
https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/19/when-to-expect-next-macbook-pro-and-mac-studio/
Here's a summary of the content.
There are rumors that the release of new MacBook Pro and Mac Studio models may be delayed beyond expectations due to memory chip shortage issues.
Mark Gurman of Bloomberg previously reported that touch screen-equipped 14" and 16" MacBook Pro models are scheduled to be released between late 2026 and early 2027.
However, in a recent newsletter, he mentioned that they could potentially be released around the end of the originally expected timeframe.
In other words, there is a possibility that they could launch in early 2027 rather than late 2026.
Gurman previously expected the new Mac Studio to also launch within 2026 and believed it would be announced around WWDC 2026 in June. However, in a recent newsletter, citing Apple's internal sources, he reported that the next-generation Mac Studio model will not be released until around October of this year due to supply shortages.
Touch screen support is mentioned as a major change for high-end MacBook Pro models, and M6 Pro/Max chips, OLED panels, Dynamic Island, and a slimmer design are also being discussed. There are also reports that a 'MacBook Ultra' brand could be included. It appears that the next macOS 27 will support a touch-based user interface.
https://x.com/markgurman/status/2045875219362168878
