Apple has broken away from its traditional approach to high-end MacBook Pros with the recent launch of its touchscreen variants. In the latest edition of his "Power On" newsletter, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman questioned whether Apple would continue updating its high-end MacBook Pro models without touchscreens or eventually separate the new devices into a distinct touchscreen category. The company has retained the mini-LED M5 Pro and M5 Max models alongside the new touchscreen versions, which cost $400 more.
Gurman cited Apple's plans to introduce another generation of touchscreen MacBook Pros in 2027. These machines are expected to feature M7 Pro and M7 Max processors, along with additional hardware capabilities for AI. He had previously said the chip upgrade would arrive towards the end of 2027.
A redesign is also expected for the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro, according to Gurman. Apple plans to offer an M7-powered version with reduced weight, a thinner chassis and narrower bezels around the display, similar to the high-end models.
Gurman had shared details about the redesigned base model in July, when he outlined a possible launch in the first half of 2027.
Apple unveiled its first touchscreen MacBook Pros last week, retaining the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips introduced in March. The redesigned models pair OLED displays with Dynamic Island functionality, alongside a lighter, slightly thinner enclosure and a revised cooling system designed to channel warm air away from the screen.
