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Rumors claim Apple will add Samsung's Privacy Display OLED panels to the upcoming M6 Pro and M6 Max MacBook Pro, bringing the feature months earlier than previously forecast; only these models will get OLED and Privacy Display tech, with cooling upgrades and a possible 'MacBook Ultra' branding.
B&H’s flash sale cuts the 14-inch MacBook Pro M5 Pro (18-core CPU, 20-core GPU) with 48GB RAM and 1TB SSD from $2,799 to $2,499, ending today at 8:59 p.m. PT; stock is limited, and discounts extend across the M5 Pro/M5 Max lineup.
Samsung Display reportedly achieved 90%–95% yields for OLED panels destined for the next-gen MacBook Pro, with mass production and shipments to Apple assemblers possible as soon as June in a projected ~2 million-unit volume. Laptop OLEDs are harder to manufacture than smartphones due to brightness, lifespan, and uniformity requirements. Apple is rumored to launch a MacBook Ultra with OLED touchscreen later, while the next-gen Pro may use OLED without touch.
Samsung Display reportedly achieved a 90%+ yield on OLED panels for Apple’s touchscreen MacBook Pro, clearing a major production hurdle and enabling June shipments, though memory shortages could still push the launch into early 2027.
A Bloomberg note suggesting the M6 MacBook Pro launch could slip into next year is not confirmed; instead, a supply-chain report says Samsung Display is moving to mass-produce 8.6‑gen OLED panels for 14‑ and 16‑inch MacBook Pros, with about 2 million units planned this year and shipments to Apple’s assembly partners in roughly two months, though memory shortages could still push timing to early next year.
Samsung Display is reported to have achieved over 90% yields on its Gen 8.6 IT OLED line for laptop panels, with some steps hitting about 95%—a “golden yield” level that could enable June shipments and mass production of 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro OLED panels, with around 2 million units expected this year. The panels will use brighter tandem two-stack OLED technology, oxide TFT backplanes, and hybrid encapsulation, and Samsung could activate a second production line if demand grows. Apple’s MBP OLEDs are expected to include touchscreen support, with launch timing now pegged for late 2026 to early 2027, though供应 timing may shift due to chip shortages.
A Grade A refurbished 2020 MacBook Pro with 1TB storage is on sale for $429.97 (regularly $1,999) through June 14, featuring 16GB RAM, a 10th-gen Intel Core i5 with Turbo Boost up to 3.8GHz, four Thunderbolt 3 ports, Magic Keyboard with Touch Bar, Touch ID, and up to 10 hours of battery life.
The refurbished 2020 MacBook Pro with 16GB RAM and a 1TB SSD is on sale for $429.97 (regularly $1,999) through June 14, delivering solid multitasking and creative-work performance in a portable 13.3-inch package.
Amazon lists the 14-inch M5 Pro MacBook Pro (24GB RAM/1TB SSD) at a new all-time low of $1,983.94 (from $2,199), available only in Space Black with delivery by around May 12 for Prime; the 16-inch M5 Pro is discounted to $2,899, and more Apple deals are linked in the roundup.
Amazon is selling the Ugreen Nexode 25,000mAh, 145W power bank for $69 (regularly $109). The USB‑C port can deliver up to 140W, enough to charge a 16‑inch MacBook Pro from 0% to about 56% in 30 minutes, with a total 145W available across all ports. It recharges in ~2 hours from a 65W PD charger, includes a digital remaining‑capacity display, and supports bi‑directional charging for multiple devices. Priced well below typical $90–$150 pricing for similar units, it’s unclear how long the discount will last.
A refurbished 2020 MacBook Pro with 16GB RAM and a 1TB SSD is discounted to $429.97 (down from $1,999) through May 10, offering substantial storage and multitasking power in a compact 13.3-inch Retina laptop with Magic Keyboard, Touch Bar and Touch ID, up to 10 hours of battery life, and four Thunderbolt 3 ports.
Apple's iOS 26.5 adds end-to-end encryption for RCS messaging, a 'Suggested Places' feature in Maps with ads later this year, and a Pride Luminance wallpaper. The piece also covers a Mac mini price hike after removing the 256GB option, a surge in demand for the MacBook Neo that could affect the entry-level $599 model, and rumors of a future MacBook Ultra; plus notes on the iPhone 18 Pro's aluminum finish amid durability chatter and potential iPhone 18/18e component sharing.
Amazon is offering record-low prices on Apple's 2026 M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro lineup, with all-time discounts across 14-inch and 16-inch models. Highlights include 14-inch M5 Pro 24GB/1TB for $1,983.94 (down from $2,199), 14-inch M5 Pro 24GB/2TB for $2,394.50, 14-inch M5 Max 36GB/2TB for $3,449; 16-inch M5 Pro 24GB/1TB for $2,549, 16-inch M5 Pro 48GB/1TB for $2,899, and 16-inch M5 Max for $3,699. Most orders ship by May 7 with free shipping. See the Apple Deals roundup for more discounts.
Apple’s price war brings a $200 cut on the 1TB M5 MacBook Pro 14-inch with 24GB RAM, dropping to $1,699 at Amazon and B&H—the lowest price yet for this upgraded spec as Apple standardizes 1TB storage; other M5 Pro/Max deals are also discounted.
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says insiders warn a worldwide memory shortage driven by AI is delaying Apple’s next Macs, with the Mac Studio now targeting an October release and the touchscreen MacBook Pro possibly arriving next year; the entry-level MacBook Neo appears less affected, while RAM costs rise across devices and may not level off soon.