Apple Launches First Touchscreen MacBook Pro with OLED Display and M5 Chips
What happened
Apple has introduced its first MacBook Pro models with touchscreen capability, available in 14-inch and 16-inch versions. The new laptops feature OLED ProLED XDR displays, M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, and new touch gestures. The devices are lighter than previous models and maintain the traditional macOS interface with minimal changes. Preorders are open now, with general availability starting November 6, and prices begin at $2,899.
Key details
- 14-inch model starts at $2,899; 16-inch model starts at $3,399
- Displays are OLED ProLED XDR with up to 2,000 nits brightness and 120Hz refresh rate
- Laptops offer up to 128GB unified memory and up to 16TB storage
- Dynamic Island feature is included, similar to recent iPhones
- The design is thinner and lighter, with the 14-inch model weighing three pounds and the 16-inch model four pounds
Why it matters
Creative professionals, power users, and those seeking high-end laptops now have access to a MacBook Pro with touch input and advanced display technology, which may improve workflows that benefit from finger interaction. The higher starting price and premium configurations mean businesses and individuals will need to weigh the cost against the new capabilities. The addition of touch support and a redesigned interface could influence purchasing decisions for those comparing Apple laptops to other touchscreen-enabled devices.
