2026 MacBook Pro: OLED Display and Pinhole Camera?
The 2026 MacBook Pro may feature significant upgrades, including an OLED display and a pinhole camera, according to a report by industry analyst firm Omdia. This shift from the current mini-LED "Notch Cut" screens to "Hole Cut" OLEDs suggests a move towards a centered pinhole for the FaceTime camera, similar to the rumored design of the iPhone 18. Read more about potential MacBook upgrades.
This change could provide more usable pixels in the menu bar, currently interrupted by the notch, and offer a more aesthetically pleasing design. It remains unclear whether Apple will integrate Dynamic Island functionality into the pinhole, as seen on the iPhone 14 Pro. Explore other Apple innovations.
2027 MacBook Air: OLED with Notch
The report also suggests that the MacBook Air might receive an OLED update in 2027, but with a "Notch Cut" design, differentiating it from the MacBook Pro. This distinction could be a strategic move by Apple to visually separate the two product lines.
2025 MacBook Pro: M5 Chip Upgrade
The 2025 MacBook Pro is anticipated to receive an upgrade to the M5 chip series, while the M4 MacBook Air is expected in the spring of 2025. Learn about M4-powered Mac mini cloud services.