Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro launches this week, here’s how the lineup will look

9to5mac.com Oct 25, 2026

Touchscreen OLED MacBook Pro launches this week, here’s how the lineup will look

Curated by Shubham · TechCapsules · Oct 25, 2026

AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication

Apple is set to debut its first touchscreen MacBook Pro this week, marking a reversal of its long‑standing policy against laptop touch interfaces. The new lineup will consist of three tiers: a base 14‑inch model powered by the upcoming M6 chip, priced around $1,999 with 1 TB storage and 16 GB unified memory; existing high‑end MacBook Pros that retain current specs and pricing; and top‑tier OLED touch models in 13‑ and 16‑inch sizes featuring Dynamic Island, lighter chassis, and potential cellular support. The OLED touch variants are expected to carry a “significantly higher” price, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, and will join the current mini‑LED models, which Omdia projects will stay in production until 2028. This represents the first major MacBook Pro redesign since 2021.

💡 Why It Matters

· Introducing a touchscreen MacBook Pro could redefine professional workflows by merging the flexibility of tablets with the power of laptops, forcing competitors to rethink their own premium notebook strategies.

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Some iPhone Duo displays are cracking, seemingly all in the same way

Following the Friday launch of Apple’s iPhone Duo, owners began posting on Reddit and a dedicated subreddit that the device’s inner display cracks along the hinge’s center line, leaving a horizontal block of pixels permanently lit white. The defect appears consistent across at least ten unique units, with failures occurring during initial setup or shortly after unboxing. Apple Store customers have generally received brand‑new replacements, while those who purchased through carriers report limited replacement stock and, in some cases, being blamed for accidental damage. Apple’s internal Early Field Failure Analysis team is reportedly tracking the issue, suspecting a misaligned hinge component that presses against the screen. The company has not issued public guidance or confirmed a root cause as of now.

💡 A repeatable hinge flaw could drive costly warranty claims and undermine confidence in Apple’s entry into the foldable market.

9to5mac.com · Oct 25

iPhone Duo one day later: Here’s why its quirks don’t make it…

Apple released the iPhone Duo, a dual‑display device featuring an under‑display FaceTime camera, Touch ID, and a secondary front screen. Early reviewers noted compromises in app support and camera performance, but the company has since pushed updates to improve compatibility. Users appreciate the focused smaller screen and the convenience of unlocking with an Apple Watch, though some find the lack of right‑edge backswipe and limited Face ID frustrating. The Duo has sparked renewed public interest, with many curious about its unique form factor.

💡 The Duo’s dual‑screen design challenges conventional iPhone ergonomics, prompting Apple to rethink user interaction and app development. Its mixed reception highlights the tension between innovation and ecosystem readiness.

appleinsider.com · Oct 25

YouTubers break the iPhone Duo, but stores aren’t seeing broken displays

A YouTuber from JerryRigEverything tested the new iPhone Duo’s durability in a series of controlled destruction experiments. The front Ceramic Shield display survived a Mohs‑scale scratch test up to level seven, just below sapphire, while the inner flexible panel scratched at level two, similar to other foldables. The titanium frame was scratched by a knife and singed by a lighter, and heavy dust clogged the hinge after repeated opening. A bend test that forced the large outer screen inward caused a line fault but did not split the device. Despite occasional subreddit reports of central‑fold cracks, Apple‑insider sources at seven Genius Bars, including four flagships, said no units have been returned for screen damage since launch in the first month.

💡 Its unexpected robustness quiets early durability concerns, giving consumers confidence in Apple’s foldable debut.

9to5mac.com · Oct 24

watchOS 27.2 gets new RC ahead of next week’s launch

Apple released a second release‑candidate build for watchOS 27.2, build 24S118, following the first RC earlier in the week. The update precedes a broader launch of the 27.2 software suite, which will include iOS, tvOS, and iPadOS releases. The new watchOS RC likely addresses bugs discovered after the initial build, though specific changes remain undisclosed. Developers and public beta testers can download the latest build to test stability before the public release next week.

💡 The additional RC signals Apple’s commitment to refining watchOS before mass deployment, ensuring a smoother user experience.

9to5mac.com · Oct 24

iPhone Duo has hidden trick that solves a common complaint

Apple’s new iPhone Duo has been released, and users are uncovering a hidden feature that eases access to Control Center. The device’s wide, foldable design makes the standard top‑right swipe awkward for left‑handed users. Apple added a shortcut: tapping the Battery/Wi‑Fi/Cellular icon opens Control Center, and the button moves lower when a Live Activity is active. The tweak improves ergonomics and showcases the Duo’s unique design choices.

💡 By simplifying a frequent usability pain point, Apple demonstrates its commitment to inclusive design, potentially setting a new standard for future iPhone models.

techcrunch.com · Oct 24

These clever apps show off the iPhone Duo’s potential

Apple’s new iPhone Duo, priced at $2,000, introduces a foldable design that allows developers to create apps optimized for two distinct screens. Early reviews note that many mainstream iOS apps remain unoptimized, but several, including Netflix, MLB, NYT Cooking, Slack, and Fantastical, have been adapted. Netflix demonstrates the Duo’s potential by offering a seamless transition from a compact “Clips” view on the outer screen to full‑screen playback on the inner display. Indie developer Vidit Bhargava’s Deck‑Man showcases creative use of the dual screens by emulating a Walkman cassette player.

💡 The Duo’s dual‑screen capability could redefine mobile media consumption, offering a portable yet expansive viewing experience that blurs the line between phone and tablet. Its success hinges on developers’ willingness to innovate beyond simple adaptation, potentially setting a new standard for foldable device ecosystems.