Apple shows pricey touchscreen laptops, a first for the iPhone maker
Apple says the touch sensor sits inside the display panel, and the new laptops start at $2,899 with preorder sales opening immediately.
- On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, Apple unveiled its first touchscreen MacBook Pro models featuring tandem OLED PROLED XDR displays in 14- and 16-inch sizes with M5 Pro or M5 Max chips, available for pre-order with general availability beginning November 6, 2026.
- This launch reverses Apple's long-standing policy against touchscreens, which co-founder Steve Jobs famously dismissed as "ergonomically terrible" in 2010. CEO John Ternus spearheaded the transition, positioning touch as essential for professional workflows.
- Redesigned hinge mechanisms ensure display stability while the tandem OLED PROLED XDR display supports 120Hz refresh rates and 2,000 nits peak brightness. Apple integrated the Dynamic Island for interface management, bringing iPhone features to the MacBook Pro.
- Starting at $2,899 for the 14-inch model and $3,399 for the 16-inch version, these premium machines are available for pre-order. M5 Max configurations cost up to $4,799, with Apple Upgrade leasing plans available to manage upfront costs.
- The thinner chassis weighs 3 pounds for the 14-inch model and 4 pounds for the 16-inch version, maintaining performance for creative professionals. This release harmonizes Apple's Mac and iPhone interfaces, including the return of the glowing logo on the lid.
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The New York LedgerApple breaks with longtime MacBook policy, introduces touchscreen laptops at higher prices
Apple is bringing touchscreens to MacBook Pro laptops for the first time, with new models starting at $2,899, hundreds more than the previous generation's base prices.
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