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MacBook Pro With Touch Screen and New Mac Studio Likely 'Postponed'

Apple is reportedly delaying the release of its upcoming MacBook Pro and Mac Studio models until 2027 due to ongoing global supply chain constraints affecting memory chip availability.

Key Points

  • New MacBook Pro models featuring touch-screen support and OLED displays are now expected to launch by early 2027.
  • The next Mac Studio refresh, featuring M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips, is currently projected to ship in October 2025.
  • Future MacBook Pro laptops may include M6 Pro and M6 Max processors alongside a thinner design and macOS 27 integration.
  • Global memory chip shortages are identified as the primary factor driving these revised product release timelines for Apple.

Why it Matters

These delays highlight how persistent semiconductor supply chain volatility continues to disrupt the product roadmaps of major technology companies. For consumers and investors, this shift underscores the potential for extended hardware refresh cycles as Apple balances advanced feature integration with component availability.
MacRumors Published by Joe Rossignol
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