
Apple launches new MacBook with PROLED XDR display— touch laptop starts at $2,899
Apple has unveiled new MacBook Pros featuring OLED XDR displays with touchscreen functionality, available in 14-inch and 16-inch variants starting at $2,899 and $3,399 respectively.
The new MacBook Pros represent a significant shift for Apple, introducing touchscreen functionality to its laptop lineup for the first time. Announced at an event in Los Angeles, the devices feature lighter designs and a new aesthetic, with both 14-inch and 16-inch models available for pre-order now.
Both variants run a modified version of macOS 27 Golden Gate, specifically enhanced for touch control while maintaining traditional keyboard and touchpad inputs. The systems utilize Apple's existing M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, ensuring powerful performance alongside the new display technology.
The 14-inch model starts at $2,899, while the larger 16-inch version begins at $3,399. Customers can pre-order immediately, with shipping commencing on November 6, marking Apple's entry into the touchscreen laptop market.