News & Reviews:   MacBook

From refreshing the new MacBook lineup, Apple introduced its most advanced professional-grade silicon yet with the Apple M5 Pro and Apple M5 Max chips, designed to supercharge demanding workflows on the latest MacBook Pro models. Built on a new Fusion Architecture, the chips deliver significant boosts in CPU, GPU, and on-device AI performance while maintaining energy efficiency.

According to industry reporter Mark Gurman, Apple is reportedly gearing up for an unusually packed start to 2026, with a string of announcements that could begin as early as Monday, from the 2nd until the 4th of March 2026. Rather than rolling everything into a single keynote, the company appears to be planning a sequence of releases over three days, culminating in what it’s calling a “special Apple Experience.”

If you are using a MacBook or an iMac, you may want to make use of this feature. Apple has introduced a new video feature called Edge Light that enhances video calls by illuminating your face in low-light environments. The effect works like a virtual fill-light, helping users look clearer and more vibrant on screen when ambient lighting is dim, which is similar to the effect of a ring light.

Bloomberg claims that Apple is planning to introduce laptops with touchscreen support as early as the end of 2026 or early 2027. This move will also change Apple's stance so far of not including touchscreens on laptops, unlike Microsoft's move.

Apple has kicked off its annual Back to School promotion in Malaysia, offering students, parents of university-goers, and educators a limited-time bonus. This includes a choice of free AirPods or an eligible accessory with every Mac or iPad purchase made through the Apple Education Store.

Today, Apple announced the release of iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2 which also means another wave of Apple Intelligence features rolling out. To update your Apple device, simply visit the settings > general and look for the newest software update.

Previously, we reported that Apple could have another event for the new Macs and iPads at the end of October. However, Mark Gurman from Bloomberg said otherwise, although the alleged date is not that far from our speculation.

With the launch of the iPhone 16 series around the world (including Malaysia), Apple is probably preparing for its next mini-event in October. Just like for the past few years, there is a good chance that Apple is going to announce new MacBook, Mac and iPad devices.

Apple has launched a new website dedicated to potential Mac customers, whereby it helps one to choose the perfect Mac for their needs. Aptly named “Help Me Choose”, read on to learn more.

According to a list recently announced by the United States Trademark and Patent Office (USPTO) via IT Home, Apple has obtained a patent for the iPhone/iPad. This means the company could add a touch display screen to the side, and its functions are close to those of Macs. The previous Touch Bar on MacBook Pro was mainly used to enhance user interaction.