I really want to switch to a MacBook Pro. Here's why I'm waiting till next year

The M6 MacBook Pro is looking like the biggest MacBook Pro upgrade in years.

- BY MAHMOUD ITANI

As a die-hard Apple fan and a technology journalist, I try to refresh my gear every year or so to keep up with the latest features. However, while my three-year-old M2 MacBook Air (fave.co/3zbn71l) could certainly use an upgrade—and I've got my eye on a new MacBook Pro (fave.co/3Rt3mMe)—it's going to have to last for another year. Not only are the M5 MacBooks (fave.co/46gdnVu) not expected to bring much in the way of new features, but Apple is reportedly set to kick-start a new era with the M6 MacBook Pro (fave.co/44Zli99) as soon as next year. Here's why I'm waiting to upgrade—and so should you.

A NEW DESIGN THAT'S EVEN THINNER

With the introduction of the first Apple Silicon MacBook Pro, Apple adopted a boxier design with flat edges, thin bezels, and a notch. It has since become the default design for all of its laptops, with the main differences between the MacBook Air and Pro designated by features rather than form factor.

The forthcoming Apple design chapter appears to be all about slimness. We've already got the ultra-thin iPad Pro models, and the iPhone 17 Air is expected to adopt a similar formula later this year. Similarly, the MacBook Pro M6 could follow suit in late 2026 and boast a sleeker body that makes it lighter and more mobile. Consequently, opting for a comparably chunky MacBook now doesn't feel like a very wise decision.

The M6 MacBook Pro is expected to have an even thinner design like the Air.

A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND DISPLAY

Another expected upgrade for the M6 MacBook Pro is its enhanced display. For the first time on a MacBook, Apple is expected to debut an OLED panel (fave. co/4njipa1), contributing to true black levels and more vibrant colors.