History of MacBook Pro in Timeline
The MacBook Pro, a high-end laptop from Apple introduced in 2006, is positioned above the MacBook Air and other MacBook lines. It currently features 14- and 16-inch screens and utilizes Apple's M-series chips. Prior to 2020, MacBook Pro models used Intel chips, marking Apple's first laptop with Intel processors. The MacBook Pro also holds the distinction of being the first Apple laptop to adopt the MacBook naming convention.
January 2006: First MacBook Pro Release
In January 2006, Apple announced the first 15-inch MacBook Pro model. It featured a design similar to the PowerBook G4 but included an Intel Core Duo processor, an iSight webcam, and a MagSafe power connector.
January 2006: 15-inch MacBook Pro Announced
In January 2006, the 15-inch model of the original MacBook Pro was announced, featuring an Intel Core Duo processor, an iSight camera, and a MagSafe power connector.
2006: MacBook Pro Introduction
In 2006, the MacBook Pro was introduced by Apple as the high-end sibling of the MacBook family, positioned above the MacBook Air and other MacBook lines. It marked Apple's entry into Intel chips for laptops, replacing the PowerBook.
2007: GeForce 8600M GT GPU Failures
From 2007 to early 2008, the 15" MacBook Pro models using the GeForce 8600M GT GPU reportedly exhibited failures. Apple later admitted to the fault and replaced logic boards free of charge for up to 4 years after the purchase date.
2007: 15-inch Model Adds Core 2 Duo Processors
In 2007, the 15-inch MacBook Pro model added Core 2 Duo "Merom" processors and LED-backlit displays.
October 14, 2008: Discontinuation of Original Case Design for 15-inch Model
On October 14, 2008, Apple discontinued the original case design for the 15-inch MacBook Pro.
October 2008: Unibody 15-inch Model Debuts
In October 2008, the unibody 15-inch MacBook Pro model was introduced, featuring a case machined from a single piece of aluminum, a thinner flush display, a redesigned trackpad, and a redesigned keyboard.
2008: GeForce 8600M GT GPU Failures Reported
From 2007 to late 2008, the 17" MacBook Pro models using the GeForce 8600M GT GPU reportedly exhibited failures. Apple later admitted to the fault and replaced logic boards free of charge for up to 4 years after the purchase date.
2008: 17-inch Model Adds Core 2 Duo Processors and Multi-Touch Trackpad
In 2008, the 17-inch MacBook Pro model added Core 2 Duo processors, while both models received upgraded processors to "Penryn" cores and multi-touch capabilities to the trackpad.
January 6, 2009: Discontinuation of Original Case Design for 17-inch Model
On January 6, 2009, Apple discontinued the original case design for the 17-inch MacBook Pro.
January 2009: 17-inch Unibody MacBook Pro Variant Added
In January 2009, Apple added a 17-inch variant to the unibody MacBook Pro lineup.
June 8, 2009: 13-inch MacBook Re-branded as MacBook Pro
On June 8, 2009, Apple announced at WWDC that the 13-inch unibody MacBook would be upgraded and re-branded as a MacBook Pro. The entire MacBook Pro line would use a non-user-removable battery.
June 2009: 13-inch MacBook Pro Introduced
In June 2009, a 13-inch variant was added to the MacBook Pro lineup, replacing the aluminum unibody MacBook.
August 2009: Matte Anti-Glare Display Option Extended to 15-inch Model
In August 2009, Apple extended the "matte" anti-glare display option to the 15-inch MacBook Pro.
April 13, 2010: Intel Core i5 and i7 Processors Introduced
On April 13, 2010, Intel Core i5 and Core i7 processors were introduced in the 15- and 17-inch MacBook Pro models, while the 13-inch retained the Core 2 Duo with a speed increase. The MagSafe connector was redesigned and a high-resolution display was announced as an option for the 15-inch models.
April 2010: Inertial Scrolling Added
In April 2010, inertial scrolling was added to the unibody-construction MacBook Pro, which made the scrolling experience much like that of the iPhone and iPad.
2010: Chassis Bottoms Engraved Differently
Compared to the 2010 MacBook Pro models, the chassis bottoms are engraved differently.
February 24, 2011: Thunderbolt Technology and Sandy Bridge Processors Added
On February 24, 2011, Apple added Thunderbolt technology, Sandy Bridge dual-core Intel Core i5 and i7 (on the 13-inch model) or quad-core i7 (on the 15- and 17-inch models) processors, and a high-definition FaceTime camera to the MacBook Pro.
June 11, 2012: MacBook Pro Models Upgraded
On June 11, 2012, Apple announced upgraded Mac notebooks at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). The 2012 MacBook Pro models have Ivy Bridge processors and USB 3.0 ports.
June 2012: Release of the Retina MacBook Pro
In June 2012, Apple released the Retina MacBook Pro, initially the 15-inch model, marketed as the "MacBook Pro with Retina display". This new model featured solid-state storage (SSD) as standard, upgraded to USB 3.0, added an additional Thunderbolt port and HDMI, and included a high-resolution Retina display. The 15-inch model was also 25% thinner than its predecessor.
2012: Retina MacBook Pro Release
In 2012, Apple released the Retina MacBook Pro models, with the 15-inch model in June and the 13-inch model in October. It featured a thinner design, solid-state storage, HDMI, and a high-resolution Retina display.
February 2013: Improved specs and lowered prices
In February 2013, Apple improved the specifications and lowered the prices of some of the MacBook Pro models.
October 22, 2013: Non-Retina Unibody MacBook Pros Discontinued
After a media event on October 22, 2013, Apple discontinued all non-retina unibody MacBook Pros except for the entry-level 2.5 GHz 13-inch model.
October 28, 2014: Class-action lawsuit filed against Apple
On October 28, 2014, the law firm Whitfield Bryson & Mason LLP announced the filing of a class-action lawsuit in a California federal court against Apple regarding GPU issues in 2011 MacBook Pro models. The lawsuit covers residents of California and Florida who purchased a 2011 MacBook Pro with an AMD graphics card and the firm is investigating similar cases across the United States.
2014: Increased RAM as standard
In 2014, Apple updated the MacBook Pro lineup to improve the specs, including more RAM as standard. The 13-inch model came with 8 GB of RAM, while the 15-inch model came with 16 GB.
February 20, 2015: MacBook Pro Repair Extension Program for Video Issues
On February 20, 2015, Apple instituted the "MacBook Pro Repair Extension Program for Video Issues". This program covered affected MacBook Pro models until December 31, 2016, or four years from the original date of sale and would repair affected MacBook Pro systems, free of charge.
March 9, 2015: 13-inch model update
On March 9, 2015, Apple updated the 13-inch MacBook Pro model with Intel 5th generation Broadwell-U processors, Iris 6100 graphics, faster flash storage, LPDDR3 RAM with higher clock speeds, increased battery life (extended to 10 hours), and a Force Touch trackpad.
March 16, 2015: "MacBook Pro Repair Extension Program for Video Issues" archived
On March 16, 2015, Apple archived the "MacBook Pro Repair Extension Program for Video Issues" which was instituted on February 20, 2015. The repair program covered affected MacBook Pro models until December 31, 2016, or four years from the original date of sale.
May 19, 2015: 15-inch model update
On May 19, 2015, Apple updated the 15-inch MacBook Pro model with Force Touch, AMD Radeon R9 M370X GPU, faster SSD, and extended battery life (9 hours). The higher-end model added support for dual-cable output to 5120 × 2880 displays. The 15-inch models were released with the same Intel Haswell-H processors and Iris Pro graphics as the 2014 models due to a delay in shipment of newer Broadwell-H quad-core processors.
2015: Apple continues to sell the 15-inch 2015 model
In 2015, Apple continued to sell the 15-inch MacBook Pro model until July 2018.
October 2016: Touch Bar MacBook Pro Release
In October 2016, the Touch Bar MacBook Pro was released, featuring USB-C ports, a shallower keyboard, and a Touch Bar OLED touchscreen strip with a Touch ID sensor.
October 27, 2016: 13-inch Aluminum Non-Retina MacBook Pro Discontinued
On October 27, 2016, Apple discontinued the 13-inch aluminum non-retina MacBook Pro, which was the last Apple product with an optical drive, a FireWire port, a spinning hard disk drive, and an Ethernet port.
June 5, 2017: MacBook Pro updated
On June 5, 2017, Apple updated the MacBook Pro line with Intel 7th generation Kaby Lake processors and newer graphics cards. A 128 GB storage option was added for the base 13-inch model, down from the base 256 GB storage. New symbols were introduced to the control and option keys.
May 2018: Class action lawsuits filed against Apple
In May 2018, two class action lawsuits were filed against Apple regarding the keyboard problem of the MacBook Pro. One lawsuit alleged a "constant threat of nonresponsive keys and accompanying keyboard failure" and accused Apple of not alerting consumers to the problem.
June 2018: Apple announces service program for keyboards
In June 2018, Apple announced a Service Program to "service eligible MacBook and MacBook Pro keyboards, free of charge". The 2018 models added a membrane underneath keys to prevent malfunction from dust.
July 12, 2018: Touch Bar models updated
On July 12, 2018, Apple updated the Touch Bar MacBook Pro models with Intel 8th generation Coffee Lake quad-core processors in 13-inch models and six-core processors in 15-inch models, updated graphics cards, third-generation butterfly keyboards, Bluetooth 5, T2 security chip, True Tone display technology, and larger-capacity batteries. The 15-inch model could also be configured with up to 4 TB of storage, 32 GB of DDR4 memory, and a Core i9 processor. In late November the higher-end 15-inch model could be configured with Radeon Pro Vega graphics.
May 2019: Keyboard modification and repair program
In May 2019, Apple modified the keyboard for the fourth time and promised that any MacBook keyboard with butterfly switches would be repaired or replaced free of charge for a period of four years after the date of sale.
May 21, 2019: Touch Bar models receive processor and keyboard updates
On May 21, 2019, Apple announced updated Touch Bar MacBook Pro models with newer processors, including an eight-core 9th generation Core i9- standard for the higher-end 15-inch model, and an updated keyboard manufactured with "new materials" across the line.
June 2019: Apple Announces Worldwide Recall
In June 2019, Apple announced a worldwide recall for certain 2015 15-inch MacBook Pro computers after receiving at least 26 reports of batteries becoming hot enough to produce smoke and inflict minor burns or property damage. The problem affected some 432,000 computers, mostly sold between September 2015 and February 2017. The company asked customers to stop using their computers until Apple could replace the batteries.
July 9, 2019: 13-inch model updated with Touch Bar
On July 9, 2019, Apple updated the 13-inch MacBook Pro model with two Thunderbolt ports with newer quad-core eighth-generation processors with Iris Plus graphics, True Tone display technology, and replaced the function keys with the Touch Bar. macOS Catalina added support for Dolby Atmos, Dolby Vision, and HDR10 on 2018 and newer models.
September 2019: Air India bans MacBook Pro
In September 2019, India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation stated that MacBook Pro computers could dangerously overheat, leading the national carrier Air India to ban the model on its flights.
November 2019: Magic Keyboard Introduced
In November 2019, a revision to the Touch Bar MacBook Pro introduced the Magic Keyboard with a scissor-switch mechanism and reinstated the physical ESC key.
2019: macOS Tahoe Compatibility
In 2019, macOS Tahoe was compatible with some MacBook Pros released in 2019 or later.
2019: 2019 Intel version compared
In 2019, the MacBook Pro Intel version had a stated battery life of 21 hours and weighed 2.1 kg.
2019: Final model to run macOS Mojave 10.14
The 2019 MacBook Pro was the final model that could run macOS Mojave 10.14, which is the final macOS version that can run 32-bit applications such as Microsoft Office for Mac 2011.
May 4, 2020: Updated 13-inch model with Magic Keyboard
On May 4, 2020, Apple announced an updated 13-inch MacBook Pro model with the Magic Keyboard. The four Thunderbolt port version came with 10th generation Ice Lake-U processors, updated graphics, up to 32 GB of memory and 4 TB of storage, and supports 6K output to run the Pro Display XDR. The two Thunderbolt port version has the same Coffee Lake processors, graphics, and maximum storage and memory as the 2019 two Thunderbolt port models. The 2020 13-inch models are also 0.02 inches (0.51 mm) thicker than the 2019 models.
May 2020: 13-inch Model with Magic Keyboard Released
In May 2020, Apple released a 13-inch MacBook Pro model with the Magic Keyboard, following the initial 16-inch model.
November 10, 2020: New 13-inch MacBook Pro with Apple M1 processor introduced
On November 10, 2020, Apple introduced a new 13-inch MacBook Pro with two Thunderbolt ports and the Apple M1 processor, replacing the previous generation of Intel-based 2020 baseline 13-inch MacBook Pro with two Thunderbolt ports. The M1 13-inch MacBook Pro was released alongside an updated MacBook Air and Mac Mini as the first generation of Macs with Apple's new line of custom ARM-based Apple silicon processors. This MacBook Pro model retains the same form factor/design and added support for Wi-Fi 6, USB4, and 6K output to run the Pro Display XDR. The number of supported external displays was reduced to one, as the previous Intel-based models supported two 4K displays. The FaceTime camera remained 720p, but Apple advertised an improved image signal processor for higher quality video.
November 2020: Apple M1 Chip MacBook Pro Released
In November 2020, Apple released another revision to the Touch Bar MacBook Pro, which was the first MacBook Pro to feature an Apple-designed system on a chip, the Apple M1.
2020: Transition to Apple Silicon
In 2020, the MacBook Pro line transitioned to Apple Silicon chips, marking a shift away from Intel processors.
October 2021: 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros Released
In October 2021, Apple released the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models powered by M1 Pro or M1 Max chips. They reintroduced MagSafe, function keys, HDMI, and an SD card reader.
October 18, 2021: New MacBook Pros launched with Apple silicon chips
On October 18, 2021, Apple replaced the high-end 13- and 16-inch Intel-based MacBook Pros with 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros equipped with the new Apple silicon chips, M1 Pro and M1 Max. The new models featured the return of function keys, an HDMI port, an SD card reader, MagSafe charging, a higher base memory, a Liquid Retina XDR display, and a 1080p webcam.
June 2022: 13-inch MacBook Pro updated with the M2 chip
In June 2022, the 13-inch MacBook Pro was updated with the M2 chip.
2022: Apple M2 Chip MacBook Pro Updated
In 2022, the Touch Bar MacBook Pro was updated to feature the Apple M2 chip.
2022: Retina MacBook Pro becomes unsupported
In 2022, the final models of the Retina MacBook Pro became unsupported by Apple with the release of macOS Ventura.
January 2023: MacBook Pro 14- and 16-inch models updated
In January 2023, Apple updated the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with the Apple M2 Pro and M2 Max chips, up to 96 GB of RAM, HDMI 2.1 support, and faster Wi-Fi 6E.
January 2023: MacBook Pro Refresh with M2 Pro and M2 Max
In January 2023, alongside the redesigned M2 MacBook Air, Apple refreshed the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros with the M2 Pro and M2 Max chips.
October 2023: MacBook Pro 14- and 16-inch models updated with Apple M3 chips
In October 2023, Apple updated the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with the Apple M3 family of chips, offering improved performance, new hardware capabilities, and more memory. Space Black replaced Space Gray as a color option, and an entry-level 14-inch MacBook Pro configuration was added.
October 2023: 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar discontinued
In October 2023, with the unveiling of the M3 family of chips, the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Touch Bar was discontinued. Apple chose to use the newer 14-inch enclosure design for entry-level MacBook Pro internals.
November 2023: MacBook Pro Refresh with M3 Chips
In November 2023, Apple refreshed the 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros with the M3 Pro and M3 Max chips, and also released a base model 14-inch MacBook Pro with the Apple M3 chip, replacing the 13-inch Touch Bar model.
October 2024: Updated 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros with Apple M4 chips
In October 2024, Apple announced updated 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pros with the Apple M4 family of chips. The 14- and 16-inch models come with 16 GB and 24 GB RAM as standard, respectively. When fitted with the higher spec Apple M4 Max, both the 14- and 16-inch 2024 MacBook Pros can boast up to 128 GB of unified memory.
October 2025: Announced updated 14-inch MacBook Pros with the Apple M5 chip
In October 2025, Apple announced the updated 14-inch MacBook Pros with the Apple M5 chip.
March 2026: Announced updated 14-inch and 16-inch models with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips
In March 2026, Apple announced the updated 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models with the M5 Pro and M5 Max chips, increased memory and storage, and the Apple N1 networking chip with Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6.
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