Redesigned MacBook Pro Models Still on Track for 2021 Launch, But Supplies Likely to Be Constrained into Next Year

[GuruZac]

These renders look incredible and I'm sure the 14" and 16" MacBook Pros will be stunning and a big step up for the MacBook Pro line. I'm really glad to see Apple rejuvenating the Mac lineup and the M1 was an exceptional move to kick start that. I'm absolutely loving my M1 MacBook Air. Everything is just fast and efficient. It's so nice to do even basic tasks without fans coming on.

 

[Minxy]

Wasn't there confirmation that Apple had started production on M1X/M2 chips though?

 

[TomaxXamot]

Though if they come out with a neon slime green, I'm getting it!

Ectoplasm Green to coincide with Ghostbusters 3!

 

[alexe]

Of course the release of the new iPad nobody needs has to limit mini-LED resources for the new higher-end MacBook Pros that everyone needs because the last real refresh was ages ago 😑

 

[alecgold]

The top bezel will have to be thicker to house a camera.

Not if they make it a Watch-my-brain-trough-my-nose camera in the hinge. But I seriously hope they don’t do that. I hate those cameras.

 

[JPack]

Wasn't there confirmation that Apple had started production on M1X/M2 chips though?

Yes in April, but that doesn't mean mini LED wafers from Epistar/EnnoStar are on track.

 

[jonbones]

Yes in April, but that doesn't mean mini LED wafers from Epistar/EnnoStar are on track.

Today's article from Bloomberg doesn't mention miniLED at all.

Either they are:
-delaying until miniLED is ready (with smaller bezels)
-releasing earlier with LCDs (and LCD-capable chassis)

Which do you think is more likely?

 

[dgdosen]

Artificial scarcity... Gotta goose that demand...

 

[JPack]

Today's article from Bloomberg doesn't mention miniLED at all.

Either they are:
-delaying until miniLED is ready (with smaller bezels)
-releasing earlier with LCDs (and LCD-capable chassis)

Which do you think is more likely?

I think the MacBook Pros will have mini LED. I don't believe the display can be reverted to edge-lit LCD without an engineering delay. While Gurman has the technical info, I think Digitimes is better able to feel the pulse on the ground.

 

[Stephen.R]

Instead they will add another 2 cm to make sure the white bezel really stands out

I’d have added 6 cm added to the bottom edge to give it a chin.

 

[Roadster Lewis]

Today's article from Bloomberg doesn't mention miniLED at all.

Either they are:
-delaying until miniLED is ready (with smaller bezels)
-releasing earlier with LCDs (and LCD-capable chassis)

Which do you think is more likely?

I think they will put new chips in current chassis (like M1 MBP) for now, then big refresh when miniLED is ready.

 

[Mr.PT]

I think they will put new chips in current chassis (like M1 MBP) for now, then big refresh when miniLED is ready.

So multiple rumors about returning of physical keys/ ditch of touchbar; more IO ports, not happening? Imho feels unlike. After IPad Pro getting miniLED, I’m sure next machines will get it, and that will surely mean redesign. Also think it’s time for M2 to come out, so miniLED price bump dilutes and “feels more justifiable”.
However the AirPod Max and new iMac designs make me feel uneasy with redesign after Ive’s departure, as it seems new mantra is thinner and uglier...

 

[Roadster Lewis]

I think they will come on the big refresh, Apple could be working on a 2021 and a 2022 model in parallel and rumours are getting mixed up.

 

[ChadJK]

I'm so excited and nervous for whatever their new dedicated / expanded GPU is gonna be.

3dfx Voodoo2

 

[fultonm]

There was never going to be any new MacBooks at wwdc.

This is why the internet is full of BS lol

 

[LFC2020]

This is why the internet is full of BS lol

Feeling alright mate?

 

[LFC2020]

This is why the internet is full of BS lol

You were saying.........lol