Apple is reportedly preparing to launch a budget MacBook in early 2026, powered by the A18 Pro chip used in the iPhone 16 Pro.

Plans to release the new MacBook Pro with an M5 chip are delayed, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Typically, Apple has announced its new lineup of MacBook Pros with updated chips in October or November.

Apple Inc. is planning an ambitious pipeline of new products for release during the first half of 2026, including a new low-end iPhone, multiple iPads and upgraded Macs. The lineup — due by spring of next year — includes updates to Apple’s entry-level tablet and iPad Air,