Apple to Release First Touchscreen MacBook Pro on Wednesday

Apple will launch its first touchscreen MacBook Pro this Wednesday. This marks the first time a Mac will feature both touch support and an OLED display, along with the Dynamic Island. It will be available in 14-inch and 16-inch versions, with a starting price higher than the current model's $2,499.

For years, Apple executives have dismissed touchscreen laptops on ergonomic grounds. This shift is more about revenue and marketing, with touch functionality serving as a complement to the keyboard and trackpad. Meanwhile, Apple is rolling out new tools in its retail stores for anti-theft and inventory management, and there are more personnel changes within the hardware division.

Bloomberg: Original Report