Apple Pro & Tell Event Tonight: Touchscreen MacBook Pro, New iMac Expected

Apple's Pro & Tell event is scheduled for October 28, with the primary focus being a vision for a touchscreen MacBook Pro. Rumors suggest this new MacBook Pro will feature an OLED touchscreen, available in 14-inch and 16-inch versions. This would be the company's first Mac with touch input, potentially incorporating features like a Dynamic Island-style camera cutout, a lighter chassis, and a more premium display.

The device may utilize M5 Pro and M5 Max chips instead of waiting for M6 Pro or Max, and include touch-specific enhancements in macOS rather than transforming the MacBook Pro into an iPad hybrid.

While Apple has announced new MacBook Pro models, such as the refreshed 14-inch with an M6 chip, Liquid Retina XDR display, and Wi-Fi 7, preorders for these models begin today, with availability starting November 6. The event may emphasize hands-on experiences with the rumored touchscreen MacBook Pro, positioning it as the traditional alternative to the touchscreen OLED model.

Additionally, Apple will unveil the M6 iMac, featuring the familiar 24-inch 4.5K Retina display and seven-color design, upgraded with the M6 chip, faster Neural Engine performance, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 6. This model will start at $1,499 and be showcased alongside the new MacBook Pro, targeting everyday creators, families, and desktop users who prefer a modern all-in-one without the premium MacBook Pro price.

In parallel, Apple has also introduced an OLED iPad mini with an 8.5-inch Super Retina XDR display, a thinner and lighter design, and the A20 Pro chip. Priced at $699, preorders for this device open today, with sales commencing on November 6. While the iPad mini's appearance at the Los Angeles event may be part of Apple's broader "Pro and Tell" story, demonstrating how its displays, chips, and creative tools work across devices, a full Mac lineup overhaul is unlikely. The emphasis at this event will likely remain on the high-end MacBook Pro story.