Apple launched its first touchscreen MacBook Pro only days ago, and it is already working on the sequel, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. The next version of the high-end models is reportedly planned for late 2027 with M7 Pro and M7 Max chips. Apple has not confirmed any of it.
What Has Launched So Far
Apple announced the MacBook Pro with a PROLED XDR display on Wednesday, 28 October 2026. It is the company’s first Mac with a touchscreen and OLED display, and also the first Mac with a Dynamic Island. Pre-orders opened on 28 October, and the first deliveries and store sales begin on 6 November.
Key points about the current model:
- Sizes: 14.2-inch and 16.3-inch, using a tandem OLED panel
- Chips: M5 Pro and M5 Max
- Memory: up to 128GB, per Business Standard
- Software: macOS 27, with Siri AI and Apple Intelligence
- US pricing: from $2,899 for the 14-inch M5 Pro, a $400 premium over equivalent non-touch models, according to Macworld
In India, the 14-inch M5 Pro starts at ₹3,49,900 and the 16-inch at ₹4,09,900. M5 Max versions start at ₹5,49,900 and ₹5,89,900. Free Press Journal says Indian availability begins on 9 November, while other reports cite 6 November globally, so check Apple India’s listing.
What the Report Says About the Next Version
Gurman reports that Apple plans a follow-up to its high-end touchscreen MacBook Pro with M7 Pro and M7 Max chips, targeted for the end of 2027. The chips are expected to add hardware aimed at AI workloads, though Apple has not shared their design or specifications.
Gurman said earlier that the M7 Pro and M7 Max were in advanced testing. The Mac Observer’s summary of his latest Power On newsletter also says Apple plans to give an entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro with the standard M7 chip the new thinner design and slimmer bezels. That detail comes from one outlet, and I could not confirm it elsewhere. Gurman did not say whether that model would get OLED or touch.
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The Skipped Generation
The M6 is not part of the Pro and Max story. Gurman reported in June that Apple would skip the M6 Pro and M6 Max and go from the M5 generation to M7. MacRumors says the reason he gave was AI, with Apple focusing engineering effort on the M7 family.
His reported roadmap, as summarised by MacRumors in July, is:
- M6: late 2026 (the standard chip)
- M7: first half of 2027
- M7 Pro and M7 Max: second half of 2027
- M7 Ultra: 2028
Apple’s 14-inch MacBook Pro with the standard M6 chip launched on 27 October, a day before the touchscreen model, starting at $1,999 in the US, according to Tom’s Guide.
Why It Matters for Buyers
The reports suggest the touchscreen MacBook Pro launches with older chips. Gizmodo and Android Headlines noted that buyers wanting the newest silicon would have to wait about a year. Tom’s Guide said the OLED model ships with M5 Pro and M5 Max rather than the newer M6, even though the cheaper non-OLED 14-inch model gets the M6.
For Indian buyers weighing a purchase above ₹3.5 lakh, the question is whether to buy the new display now or wait for a chip upgrade. Rumoured timelines can slip, and the current M5 chips are already designed for demanding professional work, according to Apple.
What Happens Next
Apple has not announced any M7 products, dates or prices. More leaks should follow as 2027 approaches, and Gurman’s roadmap may change. The M7 standard chip, rumoured for the first half of 2027, will likely show whether the schedule holds.
FAQs
Has Apple announced M7 chips?
No. All M7 details come from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman and other reports.
When could M7 Pro and M7 Max MacBook Pros launch?
Reports point to late 2027.
Is there an M6 Pro or M6 Max?
Reportedly not. Apple is said to be skipping them in favour of M7.
What chips does the new touchscreen MacBook Pro use?
M5 Pro and M5 Max.
What does the touchscreen MacBook Pro cost in India?
It starts at ₹3,49,900 for the 14-inch M5 Pro.
When does it go on sale?
6 November globally, with India listed from 9 November by one outlet.
