Apple may be preparing to launch its first touchscreen MacBook, according to a new claim from Chinese leaker Instant Digital.
The leaker said Apple’s first touchscreen MacBook is now “100% confirmed,” according to MacRumors. However, Apple has not officially announced the device, and the leaker did not name the exact MacBook model.
Previous Reports
The latest claim follows earlier reports that Apple is working on new high-end MacBook models with touchscreen support.
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has repeatedly reported that Apple’s next 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models are expected to feature touchscreens. These laptops were previously expected between late 2026 and early 2027, although a later report suggested early 2027 had become more likely because of the global memory chip shortage.
The upcoming high-end models may also use MacBook Ultra branding, according to earlier reports. The name is not confirmed, but it is expected to refer to a new premium MacBook model above the MacBook Pro.
macOS 27 Adds More Hints
Apple’s latest macOS 27 Golden Gate update has added more weight to the touchscreen MacBook rumors.
The update adds direct touch input to Sidecar, allowing users to tap and interact with macOS elements on an iPad used as a second Mac display. MacRumors said this change hints that Apple may be preparing macOS for touchscreen support.
macOS 27 also adds pull-to-refresh support in apps such as Safari, Mail, News, Podcasts, and Calendar. The feature works with trackpad gestures, but it also appears similar to touch-based controls used on iPhone and iPad.
Expected Features
The rumored touchscreen MacBook is expected to be part of a major redesign for Apple’s high-end laptop lineup.
Reports suggest the new models may feature OLED displays, M6 Pro and M6 Max chips, a thinner design, and a Dynamic Island-style cutout instead of the current notch.
A previous Bloomberg-based report also said macOS could adjust its interface depending on whether users interact through touch or traditional input methods. The report said menus and controls may change based on touch points, while the Mac would remain touch-friendly rather than touch-first.
Possible Price Increase
The redesign is also expected to make the new MacBook more expensive.
Earlier reports said the new high-end MacBook models could cost more than current MacBook Pro models because of the OLED display, touchscreen support, thinner design, and other hardware upgrades. However, Apple has not confirmed pricing or launch details.
Apple Has Not Confirmed It
Apple has not officially announced a touchscreen MacBook.
For now, the claim remains a rumor, but it is backed by several recent reports and software changes in macOS 27. If the device launches, it would mark a major shift for Apple, which has avoided adding touchscreens to MacBooks for years.
