- Apple is reportedly planning a MacBook Ultra that arrives in the third quarter of 2026.
The notebook would ship in 14‑inch and 16‑inch models, each using a hybrid OLED display that blends traditional LCD backlighting with an OLED layer for deeper blacks. The redesign would be the most extensive MacBook update since the 2016 Retina line, featuring a thinner chassis and a new hinge mechanism.
If true, the hybrid OLED could close the gap between Apple’s current Retina displays and the higher‑cost OLED panels found in its iPhone line, giving creators brighter screens without a price shock. Two size options also let buyers choose a portable workhorse or a larger canvas without buying a separate product line.
Historically, Apple has rolled out display upgrades in stages, so the hybrid OLED may be a stop‑gap before a full OLED MacBook appears. Until a hands‑on review surfaces, the claims remain speculative, but the specs suggest a notable shift in Apple’s laptop strategy.