MacBook Pro May Finally Get Touchscreen, a Feature Apple Once Mocked
Apple could be venturing into territory it and Steve Jobs long avoided. According to a report from a well-known analyst, the company is planning to bring a touchscreen to MacBook Pro models equipped with OLED displays—a significant shift for Apple, which has historically mocked Windows hybrids while positioning the iPad as its tablet-leaning PC alternative with the latest iPadOS 26.
The touchscreen MacBook Pro is reportedly expected to enter production in late 2026, with a likely announcement in 2027.
Touchscreen MacBook Pro: What to Expect
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo shared the update regarding the OLED MacBook Pro, echoing an earlier report from Bloomberg. The idea of a touch-enabled MacBook would have been unthinkable just a few years ago. While touchscreen hybrids have found a niche in the Windows ecosystem, macOS presents a unique challenge.
Kuo notes that Apple is aware a touch-based MacBook could impact iPad demand, which may explain why the feature is being introduced on the high-end Pro models rather than the Air. Apple has been experimenting with unconventional choices, and the touchscreen MacBook Pro seems to top that list.
The new MacBook Pro is expected to run on the M7 chipset, aligning with the 2027 launch timeline mentioned by both Kuo and Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The addition of a touchscreen will likely increase the price, potentially resulting in two Pro variants: one with touch and one without.
Affordable MacBook Also Rumored
Kuo also briefly mentioned a rumored affordable MacBook, expected to feature a 13-inch display without touch support and powered by the A18 Pro chipset. This model could see an early release in 2026, with a price point that is likely to attract significant attention.
