Apple prepares eight new Mac models amid supply chain challenges
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Updated · Geeky Gadgets · May 6
Apple prepares eight new Mac models amid supply chain challenges
13 articles · Updated · Geeky Gadgets · May 6
The line-up spans M5 and M6 Macs from mid-2026, but some redesigned OLED MacBook Pro and iMac Pro models may slip into 2027.
Planned upgrades include 2nm chips, higher memory and storage, and stronger AI performance, targeting both mainstream buyers and professionals with demanding workflows.
Apple's Mac roadmap is being constrained by global chip shortages, heavy demand for AI-ready devices and production resources prioritised for iPhones.
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