Leaked Photos May Show Upcoming MacBook Pro's Top Case With Space for OLED Touch Panel, Four USB-C Ports

[Cougarcat]

Really going to miss MagSafe but can't say I'm surprised.

I think this is a good indication we'll see this next week and not in the fall. Mac parts usually only get leaked right before announcements because of their smaller yields.

 

[Corrode]

Holding out hope that the 15" keeps the SD slot. That little port is invaluable to a photographer on the go.

 

[bdkennedy1]

4 USB C ports. It may as well have just one. Apple isn't listening to it's customers.

 

[cambookpro]

We have rumours!! Fingers and toes crossed for WWDC.

 

[Pakaku]

Where's the SD card slot? That's something that a Pro machine should not be without.

I think Apple's standards for "pro" have dropped quite a while ago

 

[markieG84]

Only type c???? This sucks. Too many adapters! It is giving me chills

 

[keysofanxiety]

Let's see what you can complain about now MR.

Well, a few good points so far, in all honestly. If there's no MagSafe, it's form over function. I desperately hope that won't be the case.

 

[lucasrant]

Cultofmac uploaded new versions of the pictures with smaller watermarks, like they're tiny now

 

[Maigrais]

Am I the only one glad that the chassis wont be tapered like the Macbook?

Yeah I don't like the tapered look, this is more consistent and more professional looking.

 

[akac]

No Thunderbolt/display port though?

USB-C == Thunderbolt.

 

[bennibeef]

I think Apple's standards for "pro" have dropped quite a while ago

The mentality that pro always means photographer or video industry is always baffling to me

 

[Wildkraut]

Ohh *&@!#$ no function keys row...

 

[Falcon9]

Looks neat! If I didn't already have the 2015 rMBP I'd be all over this... Sad to see the lack of MagSafe as well as the SD Card slot though.

 

[Maigrais]

I have to say that MagSafe will be greatly missed. This was a true innovation that Apple proudly patented. I will also miss the glowing Apple logo. We all know that it will be going as well.

 

[Edd.Dantes]

Surprise, surprise...

Leaks come real fast after the ship starts sinking. Reading through the Kaby Lake thread today... It's like Tim threw everyone a bone just to stop the bleeding.

It's amazing how many had this "Steve would never have allowed this" mantra, that was/is often censored but... It's like it just keeps coming true. Each year, more and more Apple, Ive/Cook defenders are starting to see the light.

Sad days.

For the first time in my life, I'm not balking on getting the next Galaxy Note. No money for you, this year, Apple. I refuse to dump expensive headphones for a phone. I'm not using an adapter.

Also, I quit buying Mac computers years ago. OSX86 means I can have fast machines... If I even choose to use OS X anymore.

Older fans should be hanging their heads

 

[DTphonehome]

Well, a few good points so far, in all honestly. If there's no MagSafe, it's form over function. I desperately hope that won't be the case.

MagSafe is coming to an end unfortunately. The problem is USB-C is destined to be the charger of the future. And since it carries data, it can't be easily disconnect-able. Otherwise there would be major file corruption issues. I believe there are several third party USB-C cables or dongles that allow for a magnetic connection. Not sure if they just charge or also carry data.

 

[wal9000]

No Thunderbolt/display port though?

Thunderbolt 3 uses the USB-C connector. If they drop the native displayport, I assume you can use a USB to DisplayPort adapter (which will be a $30 accessory)

 

[LordQ]

Does this mean we can now charge the MacBook Pro from either side?

 

[SMIDG3T]

Does it have a larger trackpad? It seems so, right?

By the way: thin speakers on the sides of the keyboard. I like it, so far.
Hope the battery will keep the same amount of mAh than current MBPs.

EDIT: Space Gray?

I'm liking it as well. It's good to see they are adding the speakers either side of the keyboard on the 13-inch model now. I'm tempted to buy a 15-inch MacBook Pro anyway when it comes out (which already has the speakers on the side of the keyboard).

 

[lucasrant]

Does this mean we can now charge the MacBook Pro from either side?

good question, i'd love to be able to do this

 

[TMRJIJ]

Well, a few good points so far, in all honestly. If there's no MagSafe, it's form over function. I desperately hope that won't be the case.

MagSafe never really served much function. I never had the cord for any of my devices yanked that way.

 

[boy-better-know]

Can't wait, my wallet is ready. I was tempted by new MacBook but i need Thunderbolt 3 and more powerful GPU&CPU. I've already ordered on Amazon a cheap USB-C with HDMI, SD, 3 USB3!

I'm as ready as you are to buy this thing! Just slightly worried that supply chain suggests an autumn release.

Interested to see how Apple will pull off an OLED strip across the keyboard, I think other atempts something similar (Blade) have looked out of place but in theory are a great idea. If anyone can make it work, it's Apple.

 

[Lopes]

With my setup, 1 port will be used up for power, a second to connect to hdmi dongle for a monitor. minimal net zero for most of my usage. Plus the need to buy more dongles to plug anything I own into it?

I don't know about this one. For the first time ever, I'm not planning on upgrading to iPhone 7, and I may see if my 2012 rMBP can last longer now...

 

[lucasrant]

supposedly it's coming out on the fourth quarter, which is the third of the year, so july-september... that's not too long from now in my opinion... maybe there's a chance it'll be announced at wwdc and shipped a bit later? or shipped right after wwdc and but with little stock?
i don't know, im just spitballing

 

[Crossmax]

Well, at least there is something in the new Apple line up to be excited about...