M5 Chip Takes Stage: New MacBook, iPad, and Vision Pro May Be Unveiled This Week

According to sources from the company, Apple could unveil its first products featuring the next-generation M5 chip this week. Reliable sources, Mark Gurman, say Apple is preparing to unveil its October product lineup, which will include a new MacBook Pro , a refreshed iPad Pro, and an improved Vision Pro.

Each new Apple chip series is eagerly anticipated not only for its increased speed but also for its power efficiency. The M5 chip is expected to continue this trend, delivering significant performance gains, particularly in AI-focused tasks and complex graphics processing. Considering the company's lag in the AI ​​race, it's crucial that it at least takes a step forward in power and stability.

The M5-based MacBook Pro was initially slated for release in early 2026. However, as production plans ramp up, Apple is preparing to release its new laptops this fall. It's also been reported that while stock of the entry-level M4-based MacBook Pro is dwindling in Apple stores, the M4 Pro and M4 Max versions are still available. This suggests the next generation is just around the corner.

The M5 Pro and M5 Max chips are expected to reach mass production in early 2026. This means this week's announcements may be limited to models with standard M5 processors.

The new Vision Pro comes with the M5 chip

The new M5 chip isn't just coming to laptops, but also to devices like the iPad Pro and Vision Pro. According to Gurman, the Vision Pro will gain a more comfortable headband with this update. On the iPad Pro side, the M5 chip's power is expected to enable more powerful AI applications and improved display technology.

Apple isn't expected to hold a dedicated event for these announcements. The company may quietly announce its new products with an online launch, as it did last year.