Apple to release a completely new MacBook Pro in 2026

When it comes to MacBook, any news about new models creates a real buzz among Apple fans. And if it promises a brand-new MacBook Pro with an OLED display — you can expect all eyes to be on Cupertino in 2026.

When it comes to MacBook, any news about new models creates a real buzz among Apple fans. And if it promises a brand-new MacBook Pro with an OLED display — you can expect all eyes to be on Cupertino in 2026. While there's still some time before the release, today we can already highlight a few key points that make this model a true technological masterpiece.

The first thing to note is the display. OLED in the MacBook Pro is not just an update; it's a real breakthrough. OLED displays have long won the hearts of smartphone and TV fans due to their incredible brightness, contrast, and vibrant colors. Now, Apple has decided to bring this technology to its laptops.

Unlike current models with Mini LED, the OLED in the MacBook Pro will use hybrid technology, similar to the one already used in the iPad Pro. This combination of a glass substrate with thin-film encapsulation will provide not only improved brightness and contrast but also remarkable energy efficiency. What does this mean for users? The screen's brightness will be top-notch, and the battery will last longer, which is especially important for those who work on the go.

But the OLED display is just part of the updates. The main change, according to Mark Gurman from Bloomberg, is the "radical update" of the MacBook Pro's design. This laptop will be significantly thinner and lighter than its predecessors. Apple continues its strategy of creating the lightest and thinnest devices on the market, and the 2026 MacBook Pro will be no exception.

It's not just about reducing thickness, but also about preserving all the capabilities and functionality required for powerful processes and graphic work while improving ease of use. And if you add the improved cooling system to this, we can confidently say that in 2026, we'll have a laptop that's not only visually appealing but also highly efficient in work.

Here’s another surprise. Unlike the MacBook Pro, the launch of the updated MacBook Air with an OLED display has been delayed until 2029. Why? The answer is simple — Apple decided to first "capture" users' attention with a more expensive and powerful model that will undoubtedly see higher demand among professionals.

However, there's no need to worry about the MacBook Air. In 2026, this model will receive an improved LCD panel with Oxide TFT technology. While it's not OLED, this technology will still improve brightness and contrast, meaning users will get a significantly better screen compared to current models.

One thing to highlight is Samsung Display's preparation. The company has already started producing test samples of 8th-generation OLED panels that will be used in the new MacBook Pro. From 3 to 5 million such displays are expected to be produced annually, and this is just the beginning. The launch of the new production line this year has been a key step toward creating displays that meet Apple's quality and performance requirements.