{
  "id": 18131248,
  "title": "Apple May Phase Out Non-Touch High-End MacBook Pros",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/apple-may-phase-out-non-touch-high-end-macbook-pros",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-04T13:35:32.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MacRumors",
    "slug": "macrumors",
    "url": "https://www.macrumors.com/2026/11/04/apple-may-phase-out-non-touch-macbook-pros/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Bloomberg's Mark Gurman suggests Apple may phase out non-touch high-end MacBook Pro models in favor of touchscreen versions, according to his latest Power On newsletter. The tech giant currently maintains the mini-LED M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models alongside the new touchscreen variants, which retail at a $400 premium. Gurman attributes the cost difference to the resources needed to manage multiple product lines throughout development, manufacturing, and marketing. He anticipates convergence between the touchscreen and non-touch models, though he refrains from specifying a timeline for discontinuing the former. Apple plans to introduce an additional touchscreen MacBook Pro generation in 2027, featuring M7 Pro and M7 Max processors with advanced AI capabilities. Gurman previously hinted at this chip upgrade arriving by late 2027. The redesign extends to the entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro, promising an M7 version with reduced weight, a slimmer design, and narrower display borders, mirroring the new high-end models. Gurman initially reported these plans in July, predicting a first-half-2027 launch. Apple introduced its first touchscreen MacBook Pros last week, incorporating M5 Pro and M5 Max chips unveiled in March. The redesign enhances the display with OLED technology, integrates a Dynamic Island, and reduces weight and thickness with a new cooling system designed to direct warm air away from the screen.",
  "summary": "Apple will likely consolidate its high-end MacBook Pro lineup around touchscreen models, according to Bloomberg 's Mark Gurman . Writing in his latest \"Power On\" newsletter , Gurman questioned whether Apple would keep updating its high-end ‌MacBook Pro‌ models without touchscreens. The company has retained the mini-LED M5 Pro and M5 Max models alongside the new touchscreen versions,…",
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}