Apple Teases First Touchscreen MacBooks

Apple posted a short video on X on October 28, 2026, showing the Apple logo projected against a night-city skyline. The post announced a “Pro and tell” experience in Los Angeles at 10 a.m. Pacific Time, where invited tech reporters and creators will handle the new touchscreen MacBook models alongside the recently announced iPad mini, iMac, and 14-inch MacBook Pro. The event is expected to unveil 14-inch and 16-inch MacBooks featuring OLED panels with higher contrast, more vivid colors, and increased maximum brightness, as well as touch input in addition to the traditional keyboard and trackpad. Pricing is projected to start at or above $2,899 for the 14-inch model and $3,399 for the 16-inch model.

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Apple’s leadership has long opposed laptop touchscreens. In 2010, Steve Jobs called them “ergonomically terrible.” Prior to his current role, John Ternus argued that Apple already offered a touchscreen computer through the iPad lineup, reinforcing the company’s historic reluctance.

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In his X post, John Ternus shared the teaser video and confirmed the Los Angeles showcase, indicating that Apple will provide hands-on time with the touchscreen MacBooks. The post did not contain additional commentary beyond the visual preview.

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The touchscreen models will retain Apple’s existing M5 Pro and M5 Max processors, a point noted by multiple outlets. Because the chips are already in current MacBook Pro lines, analysts suggest the new laptops may not deliver a major performance leap over existing versions. Additional hardware changes include a firmer hinge to prevent wobble when touched, a redesigned cooling system that improves airflow through the hinge, Dynamic Island replacing the notch, thinner bezels, noticeably lower weight, and a slightly thinner overall design. macOS Golden Gate will incorporate touchscreen optimizations and touch-specific controls.

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