It seems Apple isn't ready to take a break in the personal computer world. Following a recent surge in Mac sales—partly driven by the overwhelming demand from developers and users for complex AI tasks—the Cupertino company is preparing to completely revamp its product lineup. According to recent leaks from renowned journalist Mark Gurman at Bloomberg, Apple is developing at least 11 new Mac models to be released over the next two years.
Upcoming launch: Fall 2026 and the MacBook Pro with M6 chip
This sweeping wave of updates will begin in the fall of 2026, when we expect the first devices equipped with the new generation M6 chipset to arrive. At the top of this list is the 14-inch MacBook Pro (base model), codenamed J804, which will be one of the first computers to rely on the new processor to deliver exceptional performance and high efficiency.
Alongside the MacBook Pro, Apple will release its first iMac update in two years, codenamed J833 and J834. Reports indicate that the development of these devices has already been completed within the company, but Apple preferred to wait until this fall to officially ship them to the markets, coinciding with the release of the new software updates.
Screen revolution: OLED touchscreens are on their way to the Mac!
The most prominent and exciting event in this roadmap is what the luxurious future holds for the advanced MacBook Pro (14 and 16-inch models), planned for between the end of 2026 and the beginning of 2027. Sources claim that these devices will come with a completely new design, and for the first time in Mac history, will include an OLED touchscreen! They will be powered by M5 Pro and M5 Max chips (codenamed K114 and K116), and Apple is currently conducting intensive internal testing on them using macOS 27.1.
OLED technology won't stop there; leaks indicate that Apple also plans to bring OLED technology to the MacBook Air by 2028 at the earliest, along with a complete redesign of the chassis, as well as a new iMac model with an OLED screen. It seems the era of LCD screens in Apple devices is nearing its end.
Office work and economic choices: Pressure on production and new innovations
The Mac mini and Mac Studio desktop computers are enjoying unprecedented popularity due to their powerful AI capabilities. However, this high demand has led to supply shortages and shipment delays of several months. The new plan includes new Mac mini models with M5 Pro and M6 chips, and Mac Studio models with M5 Max and M5 Ultra chips, but their release date depends on the recovery of memory supply chains.
On the budget mobile front, Apple plans to continue its support for the MacBook Neo by equipping it with the A19 Pro chip, more memory, and new colors, along with periodic updates for the MacBook Air with new chips in early 2027. With this integrated fleet, Apple aims to tighten its grip on the market and meet the aspirations of all user segments, from amateurs to professionals.
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