'Touch Bar' Trending on Twitter Following Rumors It'll Be Removed on 2021 MacBook Pro

[MacRumors]

First introduced in 2016, the controversial Touch Bar may be on its way out this year, with reputable Apple sources Ming-Chi Kuo and Mark Gurman indicating that Apple plans to remove the feature on new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models in 2021.

In a research note with TF International Securities, obtained by MacRumors, Kuo said that the Touch Bar will be replaced with a row of physical function keys, in line with previous-generation MacBook Pro models and the current MacBook Air. Gurman weighed in on the matter in a report with Bloomberg, claiming that Apple has tested new MacBook Pro models without a Touch Bar, and he was more decisive in a follow-up tweet.

Following these reports, "Touch Bar" is now trending on Twitter, with many users reacting enthusiastically about its potential removal and others expressing hope that the Touch Bar will remain on at least some MacBook Pro models.

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Apple described the Touch Bar as "revolutionary" and "groundbreaking" when it was first introduced on the 2016 MacBook Pro. The touchscreen strip is positioned above the keyboard, providing users with customizable controls, ranging from traditional function keys to app-specific shortcuts and features. A popular example is the Touch Bar displaying a row of emoji when composing a message in the Messages app.

"The Touch Bar places controls right at the user's fingertips and adapts when using the system or apps like Mail, Finder, Calendar, Numbers, GarageBand, Final Cut Pro X and many more, including third-party apps," Apple said in 2016. "For example, the Touch Bar can show Tabs and Favorites in Safari, enable easy access to emoji in Messages, provide a simple way to edit images or scrub through videos in Photos and so much more."

Apple already made a slight concession by introducing a physical Esc key on the latest 13-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models after users complained about the virtual Esc key in the Touch Bar on previous models.

Kuo expects the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models to launch in the third quarter of 2021, which begins in late June.

Article Link: 'Touch Bar' Trending on Twitter Following Rumors It'll Be Removed on 2021 MacBook Pro

 

[iAFC]

2020 Apple is best Apple.

 

[drinkingtea]

When it’s trending on Twitter, you know that even the regulars hate it.

(And by regulars, I mean non-techy people.)

 

[orangeslice]

but, but >.> it's useful for switching languages

 

[verniesgarden]

I personally don't mind the Touch Bar, I'd use it more if they made a wireless keyboard with it.

 

[nawk]

I'm not a violent person, but I want to slap the person who decided removing the physical escape key on a "Pro" product was a great idea.

 

[jz0309]

Now that certain public figures are banned from Twitter - they need to bring the clicks back 🤪🤪

 

[BeanieMan]

oh my gosh i really hope so

 

[benshive]

I'd really miss the Touch Bar if it's removed entirely. Using BetterTouchTool + GoldenChaos-BTT makes it so useful.

 

[kuwxman]

Thank goodness.

However, what I would really like to see though are more ports return to the MBP. Late 2015 is still the last great MacBook Pro.

 

[BeanieMan]

I'm not a violent person, but I want to slap the person who decided removing the physical escape key on a "Pro" product was a great idea.

That's what the caps lock key is for

 

[Lemon Olive]

It really can go. Despite the lofty promises it had for app-context controls, that hasn't materialized into anything earth shattering. All it has done for me is make changing the volume harder for the last few years.

 

[-DMN-]

The Touch Bar would be a KILLER feature if they didn’t include it.

 

[Lemon Olive]

Thank goodness.

However, what I would really like to see though are more ports return to the MBP. Late 2015 is still the last great MacBook Pro.

What could possibly be the purpose behind that? There is nothing you can't do with a USB-C port. It's not like they're going to add FireWire. "More ports" could only be things like HDMI which is terribly unnecessary.

 

[NachoGrande]

It was a total waste of effort. It's awful, with the exception of the occasional emoji.... Just think of how many MacBooks they can fit on a pallet without it. #goingreen

 

[orangeslice]

It really can go. Despite the lofty promises it had for app-context controls, that hasn't materialized into anything earth shattering. All it has done for me is make changing the volume harder for the last few years.

i had trouble changing the volume when i assumed i had to slide it, but eventually i realized i could tap the icons to move it one step at a time

 

[DeadeyeM]

I think the best compromise is to move the touch bar higher over function keys.

 

[miflgr92]

UGHHH!!! I waited so long to upgrade from my 2010 MacBook Pro. When they finally ditched the butterfly mechanism, I took the plunge and ordered the new 2020. If the Touch Bar gets removed and MagSafe charging gets added back, I’m going to be so upset with myself for not just waiting another year lol.

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

We don’t need Touch Bar. It’s just a gimmick and it’s too hard to use.

 

[Analog Kid]

Never understood the hate... Discrete numbered function keys are dumb in this day and age, and probably for that reason they’re also underused.

 

[felixroqu3]

When it’s trending on Twitter, you know that even the regulars hate it.

(And by regulars, I mean non-techy people.)

Normies? Lol

 

[axboi87]

First introduced in 2016, the controversial Touch Bar may be on its way out this year, with reputable Apple sources Ming-Chi Kuo and Mark Gurman indicating that Apple plans to remove the feature on new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models in 2021.

In a research note with TF International Securities, obtained by MacRumors, Kuo said that the Touch Bar will be replaced with a row of physical function keys, in line with previous-generation MacBook Pro models and the current MacBook Air. Gurman weighed in on the matter in a report with Bloomberg, claiming that Apple has tested new MacBook Pro models without a Touch Bar, and he was more decisive in a follow-up tweet.

Following these reports, "Touch Bar" is now trending on Twitter, with many users reacting enthusiastically about its potential removal and others expressing hope that the Touch Bar will remain on at least some MacBook Pro models.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1350094982057754626

https://twitter.com/x/status/1350083043118166018

https://twitter.com/x/status/1350102583617097728

https://twitter.com/x/status/1350007583482892288

Apple described the Touch Bar as "revolutionary" and "groundbreaking" when it was first introduced on the 2016 MacBook Pro. The touchscreen strip is positioned above the keyboard, providing users with customizable controls, ranging from traditional function keys to app-specific shortcuts and features. A popular example is the Touch Bar displaying a row of emoji when composing a message in the Messages app.

"The Touch Bar places controls right at the user's fingertips and adapts when using the system or apps like Mail, Finder, Calendar, Numbers, GarageBand, Final Cut Pro X and many more, including third-party apps," Apple said in 2016. "For example, the Touch Bar can show Tabs and Favorites in Safari, enable easy access to emoji in Messages, provide a simple way to edit images or scrub through videos in Photos and so much more."

Apple already made a slight concession last year by introducing a physical Esc key on the latest 13-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models after users complained about the virtual Esc key in the Touch Bar on previous models.

Kuo expects the new 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models to launch in the third quarter of 2021, which begins in late June.

Article Link: 'Touch Bar' Trending on Twitter Following Rumors It'll Be Removed on 2021 MacBook Pro

I've always thought it was kinda dumb, but have used it for sliding through videos and music a few times and actually kind of liked it. Wouldn't mind it at least being an option? (Still not sure if I'd pay extra for it though)

 

[Macropanda]

Removing the Touch Bar I see both pros and cons.
But going back to MagSafe is a huge step backwards imo.

 

[mdnz]

It was a total waste of effort. It's awful, with the exception of the occasional emoji....

My 4 year old was really excited when she could scroll in the Emoji bar. Watching her was the only fun I had out of the Touch Bar.

 

[blazerunner]

Touchbar is pure gimmicky trash. Accidental touches, freezing, useless functions... all in an attempt to innovate. I'm glad it's going away, it's been nothing but trouble.

GOODBYE.