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Apple’s long-anticipated transition to OLED for the MacBook Pro, which promises deeper blacks, rich colors, slimmer bezels, and better energy efficiency, now appears delayed. According to a new report, the machine will launch later than originally expected, but this clears floating rumors around the M5 version of the device. Mark Gurman reports that the M6 MacBook Pro with an OLED display is now expected “between the end of 2026 and early 2027.” This timeline fits Apple’s pattern of staggering upgrades, with the M5 refresh likely arriving before it.
Apple’s upcoming MacBook Pro lineup could see a rare dual release, bridging performance and design evolution. Previously reported by Gurman, the company was considering delaying the MacBook Pro, with M5 chip variants pushed back until 2026. If this is the case, the M6 models would be delayed by a year. However, today’s report highlights that Apple could be considering a dual-release approach similar to its strategy in 2023. In January 2023, Apple announced the M2 Pro and M2 Max MacBook Pros, followed by newer models in October 2023 featuring the M3, M3 Pro, and M3 Max chips.
If following this same approach, we could see the M5 MacBook Pro models in January 2026. Later that year, Apple might announce the M6 MacBook Pro with an OLED display and a refreshed design. Samsung Display is expected to supply “tandem” OLED panels using advanced 8.6 production methods for increased efficiency and reduced costs. This could result in a thinner, brighter MacBook Pro with improved battery life. Additionally, Apple may remove the notch on the machine, replacing it with either a hole-punch cutout or a version of the Dynamic Island, incorporating Face ID. This would give the MacBook Pro models a cleaner look and feel with more usable screen space.
The OLED shift will provide a visual and ergonomic overhaul that could finally convince M1 and M2 Mac users to upgrade. The new panel would offer richer color accuracy, better HDR capabilities, and deeper blacks, making it an optimal choice for creative professionals who demand the best display specifications and technology. Moreover, Apple would move the MacBook Pro closer to the iPhone and iPad lineup with the same OLED experience.
If Apple waits until 2027 to announce the OLED MacBook Pro models, next year’s M5 MacBook Pro could serve as a “value” stopgap for those who need performance now. The delay could also be a marketing strategy to create hype before the big release. We will share additional details on the device, so stay tuned.
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