Upcoming Apple MacBook Air and MacBook Pro Models
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple plans to launch MacBook Air models with the new M5 chip in spring 2026.
Additionally, Apple is working on M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models, expected to arrive early in the year, with no design changes anticipated for either the MacBook Pro or MacBook Air models, focusing instead on simple chip upgrades.
A more significant refresh is planned for the MacBook Pro in late 2026 or early 2027, featuring thinner, lighter OLED models with touch screen capabilities, marking the first design update since 2021.
The MacBook Air received a design update in 2022 and a larger 15-inch model in 2023, with rumors suggesting an updated LCD display in 2027, potentially accompanied by design tweaks.
Apple is also developing M5 Mac Studio and Mac Mini models, although release dates have not been specified.
Author's summary: Apple to launch M5 MacBook Air in spring 2026.