Apple CEO John Ternus has teased an upcoming MacBook Pro announcement just hours before the company’s October 28 “Pro and Tell” event. In a short video posted on X, a spotlight moves across what appears to be the back of a MacBook, raising expectations for Apple’s first OLED touchscreen laptop.
The teaser follows months of reports about redesigned 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models featuring touch input, OLED displays, and thinner bodies. Apple has already introduced the standard M6 MacBook Pro, leaving its premium models as the main attraction for today’s announcement.
OLED Touchscreen MacBook Pro: Final Rumored Specifications
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is preparing its biggest MacBook Pro display upgrade in years, with OLED technology replacing the current mini-LED panels.
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The upcoming models are expected to feature:
- 14-inch and 16-inch OLED displays: Potentially using tandem OLED technology for higher brightness, deeper blacks, and better contrast.
- Touchscreen support: Direct multitouch input alongside the existing keyboard and trackpad.
- Dynamic Island: A smaller camera cutout replacing the traditional MacBook Pro notch.
- Thinner and lighter design: Reduced weight while retaining a familiar overall appearance.
- M5 Pro and M5 Max chips: Apple’s existing high-performance processors, rather than the newer M6 chip.
As previously reported, references discovered in macOS 27 also suggest Apple is preparing Dynamic Island functionality for upcoming Macs.
macOS 27 Could Introduce Touch-Friendly Controls
Apple reportedly plans to introduce a dynamic interface that responds differently depending on whether users interact through the touchscreen or trackpad.
For example, tapping an on-screen button could display larger controls near the user’s finger. The Dock and menu bar are also expected to receive touch optimizations.
The changes would allow users to switch naturally between touch gestures and traditional desktop controls while working.
Expected Price and Release Date
Here’s how the rumored OLED models compare with Apple’s standard M6 MacBook Pro.
| Feature | OLED MacBook Pro | M6 MacBook Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Display | OLED touchscreen | Mini-LED |
| Sizes | 14-inch, 16-inch | 14-inch |
| Processor | M5 Pro / M5 Max | M6 |
| Design | Thinner, lighter | Existing design |
| Camera area | Dynamic Island | Notch |
| Starting price | Unconfirmed, premium pricing | $1,999 |
Apple is expected to announce the touchscreen models on October 28, with availability reportedly beginning November 6.
Pricing remains unconfirmed, although reports suggest the OLED models could cost up to $500 more than comparable existing MacBook Pros.
With Ternus now teasing the launch, attention turns to Apple’s official announcement, particularly its touchscreen implementation, battery life, and final pricing.
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