Apple to unveil first touchscreen MacBook Pro on October 28, confirms report

Apple is preparing to introduce its first touchscreen MacBook Pro at its upcoming ‘Pro and Tell’ event on October 28, marking a major change in the company’s approach to its Mac laptop lineup. The redesigned MacBook Pro is expected to feature an OLED display, touch input and an updated design, according to reports.

The event will take place in Los Angeles, where Apple has invited members of the media for an in-person product experience. The company has not officially confirmed the specifications of the upcoming devices, but reports suggest that the touchscreen MacBook Pro will be among the key announcements. Apple’s marketing chief Greg Joswiak also teased the event with the phrase “Pro and tell”, reinforcing expectations of a Mac-focused launch.

Touchscreen support would be one of the most significant changes to the MacBook since Apple introduced its own silicon chips. Users could interact directly with on-screen controls while continuing to use the traditional keyboard and trackpad.

Apple has historically maintained a distinction between macOS-powered computers and touchscreen iPads. The reported move towards touch-enabled MacBooks would represent a shift from that approach, although the company is not expected to replace the conventional laptop design with a tablet-style form factor.

The new models could also feature a Dynamic Island-style interface around the camera area, similar to the design used on recent iPhones. Reports suggest that Apple may make the laptops lighter than existing models, although the extent of the redesign remains uncertain.

Apple is also reportedly preparing a separate entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro powered by an M6 chip. This model is expected to retain a design similar to the current generation, positioning it differently from the redesigned OLED touchscreen variants.

The distinction could allow Apple to offer consumers a choice between a conventional MacBook Pro with a newer processor and a premium model with a touchscreen and upgraded display technology. However, the company has yet to confirm these specifications.

The iMac is expected to retain its existing design, while the iPad mini could receive a display upgrade alongside other hardware improvements. These products would expand Apple's refreshed hardware portfolio ahead of the holiday shopping season.

Unlike a traditional product keynote, the ‘Pro and Tell’ gathering is expected to focus on an in-person media experience in Los Angeles, accompanied by product announcements and video presentations. Apple has not confirmed whether it will livestream the event.

According to Bloomberg's report, Apple retail stores are preparing for a product rollout around November 6, although the exact sales timeline and availability in India remain unconfirmed. Consumers will have to wait for the official announcement for details about pricing, configurations and release dates.

If the reports prove accurate, the launch could mark a significant evolution of Apple's flagship laptop range, bringing direct touch interaction to the MacBook Pro while retaining the familiar laptop experience.