If you’ve been planning to get an OLED MacBook Pro, you might have to wait much longer than expected.
Apple’s plans to introduce the OLED MacBook Pro seem to have hit a roadblock. Fresh reports hint that thelong-rumored updatehas been pushed back.
Moreover, the Cupertino-based tech giant might not have access to an “exclusive” production line. Apple’s other supply chain partners for the OLED MacBook Pro have yet to build dedicated production lines. There could be a substantial gap before Apple would place orders for the OLED panels, thus giving the competitors a chance to sneak ahead in making ultra-premium OLED laptops.
OLED MacBook Pro: What’s the hype all about?
It’s not the first time an OLED MacBook Pro is in the news. There is considerable anticipation around the upcoming MacBook Pro due to the massive upgrade in the display tech.
The current MacBook Pros are equipped withMini-LED panels, marketed as Liquid Retina XDR, and considerably better than a regular LED or LCD panel. However, OLED panels are way better in image quality and color reproduction and are better suited to work in dark mode on laptops.
The vibrant image reproduction makes the content look rich and life-like on an OLED panel. Moreover, the viewing angles are also expected to be better on an OLED MacBook Pro than on a Mini-LED-equipped laptop.
That said, Mini-LED panels are said to be brighter and are not prone to pixel burn-in like OLED displays. This itself could make the switch tricky for Apple as well.
Jitendra Soni was a Tech Writer on Dexerto’s UK Team. An expert in tech, especially smartphones, he has almost 10 years of experience. He spearheaded the TechRadar India editorial operations and has written for TechRadar, TechRadar Pro, Free Press Journal, Mobile Scout, IB Times Singapore, Indulge Express, and more.
