Apple's First Touchscreen MacBook Pro May Arrive This Fall
Mark Gurman says Apple is testing a touchscreen MacBook Pro with macOS 27.2 and could launch it as early as October, possibly November.
Apple plans to introduce its first touchscreen MacBook Pro this fall, according to Mark Gurman, who discussed the product on Bloomberg's new "Power On with Mark Gurman" podcast. Gurman said the launch could come as early as October, though it may slip to November.
Gurman said Apple is testing the touchscreen MacBook Pro internally with macOS 27.2, a beta version already released to developers. He also suggested the new laptop could be called the MacBook Ultra.
The report marks a notable shift for Apple, which has long kept touch input off the Mac. Gurman had previously cautioned that the touchscreen MacBook Pro could slip into early 2027.
In October 2025, Apple reportedly planned to launch new Home products on October 13, including a new Apple TV 4K, a "HomePad," and a HomePod mini. The iPhone Duo was set to ship on October 23.
Quick answers
When will Apple release its first touchscreen MacBook Pro?
Mark Gurman said Apple plans to introduce it this fall, as early as October, possibly slipping to November.
What will the touchscreen MacBook Pro be called?
Gurman said it could be called the MacBook Ultra.
What software is Apple testing the touchscreen MacBook Pro with?
Gurman said Apple is testing it internally with macOS 27.2, a beta already released to developers.