Apple is preparing to launch a refreshed MacBook Pro lineup as early as next month, following reports of dwindling stock for current high-end models.
According to Mark Gurman in his Sunday Bloomberg Power On newsletter, the new laptops are tied to the macOS 26.3 software update. This release window typically runs from February through March. The upcoming models, known internally by the code names J714 and J716, will likely keep their current designs but feature significantly faster chips.
A major sign of the looming launch is the tightening supply at Apple’s online store. Customers are currently seeing shipping delays that stretch deep into February and March for several configurations. Global Apple stores are also reporting that many high-end units are now out of stock.
“Inventory typically starts to dwindle right before a product refresh,” Gurman noted, adding that the new MacBook Pros are already being staged in shipping warehouses around the world.
The MacBook Pro isn’t the only device seeing a supply crunch. The entry-level Studio Display is also in short supply both online and in retail locations. A refreshed version of the monitor has been in development for some time and is expected to debut in the first half of 2026.
While the M4 MacBook Air is still easy to find, an updated version featuring an M5 chip is also on the horizon. For those looking to upgrade their Pro hardware, the wait appears to be nearly over. Time to get your wallets ready yet again, folks.
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