MacBook Pro 2016 to Be Launched in December?
Apple might release the MacBook Pro 2016 in December this year instead of next year, the latest rumors say.
While looking at the Apple PC OS El Capitan to straighten out some XHCI compatibility issues, Pike's Universum noticed the new Mac code AAPLJ951 that pointed to a new Mac Pro that could come out very soon. The discovery triggered speculations that the MacBook Pro 2016 might be launched in December this year instead of 2016, according to Latinos Post.
In addition, the code indicated that the new Mac Pro would have 10 USB 3.0 ports. Macworld says the current Mac Pro only has four USB ports and six Thunderbolt 2 ports, the report relays.
It is worth noting that Intel has just released its latest processors similar to the one being used in Mac Pros. Since the current Mac Pro uses an older processor, Intel's recent move caused rumors to circulate that the next-generation processor chips will be used in Apple's next lineup of laptops.
Moreover, the price of MacBooks has already dropped. This is a telltale sign that Apple is indeed paving the way for a new product. On the other hand, the tech giant may simply be gearing up for the holiday sales. The company badly needs the boost because it is already facing stiff competition from Microsoft's Surface Pro 4 and Surface Book, the Gospel Herald reports.
Despite the aforementioned signs and rumors about the MacBook Pro 2016 release date, a December launch would not be logical because it would affect the sales of the iPad Pro, which will be released this month. So the next-generation laptop would probably come out next year after all.
Apple has remained mum, despite all the rumors about the MacBook Pro 2016, so fans will have to stay tuned to the tech giant's announcement. More details are expected to surface when the actual release date approaches.
