Apple announced its first touchscreen MacBook Pro models on October 28, 2026, featuring tandem OLED PROLED XDR displays with integrated touch sensors, M5 Pro or Max chips, Dynamic Island, and a thinner, lighter chassis. Pre-orders opened immediately, with shipping scheduled for November 6, 2026—well within the calendar year—ending years of resistance to the feature. This official confirmation and near-term availability have driven trader consensus to near-certainty, as the hardware has cleared key development and certification hurdles. While last-minute production or logistics issues could theoretically shift exact timing, they are unlikely to prevent a 2026 release given the advanced stage.