Apple Delays High-End M5 MacBook Pro Models into February
Apple Delays High-End M5 MacBook Pro Models into February
Publish Date: 2026-01-30 18:48:00
Source Domain: www.technobezz.com
Apple’s high-end M5 MacBook Pro models remain delayed into February, with macOS 26.3 development cited as the primary bottleneck. The base M5 MacBook Pro launched in October 2025, but professional variants with M5 Pro and M5 Max processors continue to face postponement.
Mac revenue dropped 7% last quarter as customers bypass M4 models while awaiting the enhanced M5 variants. Creative professionals and demanding workflows stand to benefit most from the expected CPU and GPU performance improvements in the Pro and Max configurations.
The M5 Pro/M5 Max MacBook Pro will reportedly launch with macOS Tahoe 26.3, according to information leaked to AppleInsider. Current macOS version 26.2 remains in beta testing, with version 26.3 still weeks from release. Even if a Release Candidate reaches developers in early February, macOS Tahoe 26.3 cannot debut before the second week of February.
Apple held a content creator event earlier this week that sparked speculation about a surprise MacBook Pro launch. The company’s AirTag 2 announcement on Monday further fueled anticipation for multiple product releases. Neither materialized as expected.
Memory supply constraints compound the launch challenges. Samsung and SK Hynix plan to raise memory prices for Apple starting this January, according to analyst reports. The Cupertino company’s long-term RAM supply agreements are expiring amid a global memory shortage that began in late 2025.
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