The emergence of new MacBook Pros equipped with touchscreens suggests that traditional versions without this feature may be heading towards discontinuation. According to information from journalist Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, the trend points to touch screen models gradually replacing conventional models.
This possibility arose shortly after the launch of the first MacBook Pros incorporating touch OLED screens. Currently, Apple still offers previous notebooks with mini-LED panels in its catalog as more affordable options.
By introducing the first MacBook Pros with touchscreens, Apple decided not to immediately eliminate its entire product line. The 14 and 16-inch models, which use mini-LED screens and are equipped with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, remain available for purchase. These models start at R$ 24,999, which is R$ 10,000 cheaper than the touchscreen version.
Gurman indicated that this distinction between the lines should only be temporary, as maintaining two types of professional notebooks would increase the complexity involved in the development, production, and commercialization of the devices.
The expectation is that Apple will direct the focus of its product line towards touch display models as technology evolves. However, this does not imply that current models have a set date for being removed from the market; Gurman stated that the company has not yet established a timeline for the discontinuation of these devices.
Apple is reportedly preparing a new generation of touch-capable MacBook Pros for late 2027. These future notebooks are expected to integrate M7 Pro and M7 Max processors, which, according to reports, will include extra cores dedicated to artificial intelligence tasks. It is important to note that the M6 chip, present in the standard MacBook Pro, is not expected to receive more powerful versions.
The base 14-inch model will also undergo a revision. The version with the M7 chip, expected in the first half of 2027, should feature a thinner and lighter design, in addition to having reduced bezels around the screen, mirroring the style of higher-end professional models.
The potential unification of the lines began to materialize at the end of October, when Apple launched its first MacBook Pros with touchscreens. The 14 and 16-inch models use an OLED panel called ProLED XDR, which offers a variable refresh rate of up to 120 Hz.
To optimize the tactile experience, Apple also reinforced the notebook hinges to minimize any screen movement during touch use. The interface supports gestures such as pinch-to-zoom, selecting tools, and manipulating elements displayed on the panel.
These notebooks are configured with M5 Pro or M5 Max, capable of reaching up to 128 GB of unified memory and 16 TB of SSD storage. In the Brazilian market, the touchscreen models are available at the Apple store with prices starting at R$ 34,999 for the 14-inch version and R$ 41,999 for the 16-inch version.
