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Apple announces its first touchscreen MacBook Pro
Publication: The Verge
Author: Jay Peters
Source published: 28/10/2026, 17:05:56 UTC
Briefing created: 28/10/2026, 22:13:40 UTC
Based on a feed excerpt; full article content has not been acquired. Source evidence retrieved 28/10/2026, 18:31:26 UTC.
Briefings
Apple unveiled its first touchscreen MacBook Pro at a "Pro and tell" event on Wednesday, launching the device ahead of a November 6th release. The new laptop features a "PROLED XDR" tandem OLED display with up to 2,000 nits peak brightness, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 10,000,000:1 contrast ratio. It is powered by M5 Pro or M5 Max chips, distinct from the M6 chips on other models. Pricing starts at $2,899 for the 14-inch model or $3,399 for the 16-inch version.
Key points
- Apple launched its first touchscreen MacBook Pro at a "Pro and tell" event on Wednesday.
- The device uses M5 Pro or M5 Max chips, not the M6 chips seen on other models.
Context
The new MacBook Pro is available for preorder today with a release date set for November 6th. It features a "PROLED XDR" display with up to 2,000 nits peak brightness and a 120Hz refresh rate.
Limitations
The evidence is limited to the announcement details at the "Pro and tell" event. Specific pricing for the 16-inch model is confirmed, but the exact release date beyond November 6th is not specified. The text cuts off mid-sentence regarding the Dynamic Island functionality.
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