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MacBook Pro's next big move

MacBook Pro's next big move

Major redesign will yield thinner, lighter laptop with OLED screen.

Lewis Wallace
November 04, 2024

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The next major MacBook Pro redesign reportedly will bring laptops that are thinner and lighter, with a long-rumored OLED screen and (of course) a faster chip.

However, they won't arrive as soon as some people thought. The latest insider report says the first OLED MacBook Pro won't land until 2026. Apparently, Apple is struggling to get the fancy display just right.

All that to say ... if you were considering this year's MacBook Pro but figured you'd put it off until next year so you could jump on the OLED train, maybe you should go ahead and pull the trigger now.

After all, most Cult of Mac Today readers agree that the first benchmarks of the M4 Pro and M4 Max chips sound utterly amazing. (See poll results below.)

If you're still on the fence about whether you should splash out for an impressive M4 MacBook Pro, read our handy buying guide: "Should you upgrade to the 2024 MacBook Pro with M4?"

Also in today’s newsletter:

The next major phase in the Apple Intelligence rollout will bring some fun new features. And it should arrive early next month.
Here’s your chance to save up to 56% on some of our all-time favorite Mac accessories from Logitech.
Remember those mini Apple stores inside CompUSA stores? They got their start on this day in 1997.
This tiny $95 smartphone makes the iPhone mini look humongous.

— Lewis Wallace, managing editor

The next major MacBook design refresh arrives in 2026

The next major overhaul reportedly will arrive in 2026. The MacBook Pro redesign will focus on portability and new OLED displays.

iOS 18.2 could bring new Apple Intelligence features in early December

Get ready for Image Playground, Genmoji and other cool AI features.

Bag up to 56% off Logitech keyboards, mice and more

If you need to upgrade your keyboard, mouse, iPad folio or gaming gear, check out these great Logitech deals at Woot!

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Should you upgrade to the 2024 MacBook Pro with M4?

Is the new M4 MacBook Pro worth it? The latest models come with impressive power and unbelievable battery life.

Plus, more buying guides:

Save on Microsoft Office 2024 for Mac or PC

These classic applications can streamline your workflow and enhance collaboration.

Cate Blanchett thriller ‘Disclaimer’ holds onto a big audience

The new Apple TV+ show keeps drawing in viewers with sex, secrets and suspense.

New iPhone 14 Plus service program offers free repair for camera problem

Apple launches a worldwide repair program to fix a rear camera issue.

Pricey new charger for iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods tempts with good looks [Review] ★★★★☆

Our hands-on review of the new Journey Nova 3-in-1 charger finds its unusual looks intriguing and its functionality just fine.

How to watch ‘A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving’ for free

With Turkey Day just around the corner, you should put the beloved Peanuts holiday special on your calendar.

New iPads bring only modest increase to Apple tablet shipments

iPad shipments grew only slightly last quarter, despite the release of new high-end and midrange tablets.

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Get a smartphone the size of a credit card for just $95

This little phone is about the size of a credit card, but it's still packed with everything you may expect from a smartphone.

This iPad and MacBook stand stashes a USB-C hub in its aluminum arm

The Casa Hub 360 is an iPad and MacBook dock stand with a USB-C hub in the sturdy arm. Turn your device into a sunflower iMac G4!

Apple's cheaper Vision headset could be a few years away

The Vision Pro might get an M5 refresh in 2025, though.

Developer with dual Mac minis goes from 4 displays to 1 weird one [Setups]

This developer pairs two Mac minis with an LG DualUp monitor that replaced four displays. And the LG always sparks conversation.

M4 Macs: So much to love [The CultCast]

This week on Cult of Mac's podcast: We can't stop raving about the new M4 Macs -- Mac mini, iMac and MacBook Pro.

Today in Apple history: Apple begins retail venture inside CompUSA

On November 4, 1997, Apple unveiled a deal to add a mini "store within a store" in CompUSA outlets. It was a dry run for today's Apple Stores.

Tweets of the day

Image Wand in Apple Notes is quite literally magic. It turned my rough sketch into a respectable illustration, all on-device and super fast. This will come in handy for artists looking for a nice starting point for their creations, or those who want more finer control with their… x.com/i/web/status/1…
— AppleLeaker (@LeakerApple)
11:51 PM • Nov 1, 2024

a G4 case for the Mac mini would be SO cool!
— System Settings (@app_settings)
11:30 AM • Nov 3, 2024

MacBook Mini. Who’s buyin’?
— Private Talky (@privatetalky)
1:11 PM • Nov 2, 2024

Wallpaper of the day

New wallpaper.
— Keith🪂 (@moneyjnr)
9:20 AM • Nov 3, 2024

One more thing ...

❝

As we have tried to come up with a strategy and a vision for Apple, it started with, "What incredible benefits can we give to the customer? Where can we take the customer?" Not starting with, "Let's sit down with the engineers, and figure out what awesome technology we have, and then how are we going to market that?" And I think that's the right path to take.

— Steve Jobs, 1997.

Today’s poll

What do you want most out of the next MacBook Pro?

Results from Friday’s poll: How excited are you now about the M4 chips?

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