Apple is reportedly planning a major update to its Mac lineup, with several new devices powered by the next-generation M5 chip. While Apple has yet to confirm any official launch dates, Bloomberg reports that at least three M5-powered products could be announced as soon as this week. The M5 chip is expected to deliver major performance improvements over the M4. According to AppleInsider, the refresh will include the MacBook Pro, MacBook Air, Mac mini, and Mac Studio and a minimum of three devices powered by the M5 chip might be unveiled as soon as this week.
Apple is anticipated to unveil several new products this month, potentially bypassing a conventional launch event. According to Bloomberg, at least three devices powered by the M5 chip might be introduced as soon as this week, possibly via press releases or promotional videos. The expected releases include updated models of the iPad Pro, M5 Vision Pro and MacBook Pro, both predicted to incorporate the advanced M5 chip, which is said to provide notable enhancements over the M4.
A recent unboxing of the iPad Pro surfaced online, disclosing key features like the M5 chip, an enhanced 12GB of RAM, and a design similar to its predecessor. Geekbench results indicated that the M5 chip offers up to 12% improved CPU performance in multicore tests and 36% better GPU performance compared to the M4 chip. Additionally, there are speculations about the iPad Pro having a dual front camera.
Apple is anticipated to release an enhanced version of its XR headset, the Vision Pro. The Vision Pro is expected to feature a dual-knit head strap for added comfort, and there might be a new black color option available. This model is projected to be equipped with the latest M5 chip and an R2 chip to boost performance.
The initial device anticipated to launch is a MacBook Pro with the standard M5 chip, potentially arriving by the end of 2025. Devices with the more advanced M5 Pro and M5 Max chips are projected to be released in the early months of the following year. there is also a slight chance that we could see the 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 chip.
After the MacBook Pro, Apple is anticipated to introduce the M5 MacBook Air, internally referred to as J813 and J815. The upcoming Air models are expected to maintain the 13-inch and 15-inch dimensions of the M4 series and might be launched with macOS 26.2 in early 2026.
Apple is reportedly working on updated Mac mini (J873s, J873g) and Mac Studio (J775c, J775d) models, expected to launch by summer 2026 with macOS 26.4. This update might also hint at a possible new iMac (J833ct), though additional information is limited.
