The powerful A19 Pro chip isn't just for iPhone. The iPhone 17 Pro's chip gives Apple the perfect opportunity to sell a lighter, cheaper MacBook to disrupt the market.

Apple does not plan to refresh any Macs with updated M5 chips in 2025, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Updated MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models are now planned for the first half of 2026.

In short, the M5 MacBook Pro will be yet another minor MacBook Pro refresh. You’re likely better off buying an existing ...