M5 Macs & New Displays: What’s Next for Apple?

A look at Apple’s upcoming M5 MacBook lineup and next-gen Studio Displays expected by early 2026

As the excitement around the iPhone 17 launch begins to settle, Apple is already preparing its next major hardware refresh. Beyond the immediate buzz, new reports indicate that a significant wave of M5-powered Macs and long-awaited display updates are on the horizon, with an expected arrival between late 2025 and the first quarter of 2026. For professionals, creatives, and dedicated Apple users, this signals a new era of performance and visual fidelity.

While the updates to the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro may seem iterative at first glance, the introduction of the M5 chip and the rumored overhaul of Apple’s display lineup could redefine workflows. Let’s explore what these upcoming releases mean for the Mac ecosystem and why this next refresh is worth watching closely.

The M5 Revolution: Powering the Next-Gen MacBook

The cornerstone of this upcoming refresh is the M5 chip, the next iteration of Apple Silicon. While Apple consistently delivers performance gains with each new chip generatio…