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The latest macOS 16 rumors have me worried about my 2018 MacBook Pro I love my M1 MacBook Pro and have never considered upgrading it, but these new M6 rumors might just change my mind These could be the next 17 Mac laptops and desktops that Apple launches over the next year, according to a new leak Most Intel MacBook Pro laptops could miss out on macOS 26 according to new rumor – will future updates be Apple silicon only? A $599 MacBook could actually be coming – and even as a hardened Windows fan, I'd be tempted to take the plunge Apple could soon bring 5G to the MacBook and I’m starting to love the idea – here's why Alex Blake 15 August 2025 The internet, wherever you need it When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. (Image credit: Apple) Code in macOS Tahoe hints that a 5G MacBook could be on the way Apple is apparently testing it in a MacBook with M5 Pro chip There’s no guarantee a 5G MacBook will ever launch, though Apple’s best iPhones and iPads have all been imbued with 5G goodness, but MacBooks remain left out in the cold. There are hints now, though, that that could soon change, and I think this could bring with it some serious benefits. The idea of a 5G MacBook hasn’t been put forward by a dodgy leaker or an industry analyst – no, it comes from Apple itself. According to Macworld, Apple’s macOS Tahoe code contains references to an unreleased Mac codenamed “t6050” that will feature an M5 Pro chip, indicating that it’s going to be part of the next generation of MacBook Pro laptops. Crucially, the code suggests that this MacBook will come with a “Centauri” chip, Macworld claims. Centauri is the codename for Apple’s 5G modem, which found its way into the iPhone 16e under the C1 name. If Macworld’s report is accurate, that would make the MacBook Pro with M5 Pro chip the first Apple laptop to feature 5G connectivity. You may like Apple could launch a cut-price MacBook powered by an iPhone chip, new report claims – here’s why that would be a massive hit What WWDC 2025 will tell us about future Apple hardware The end of Intel Macs? The latest macOS 16 rumors have me worried about my 2018 MacBook Pro The timing makes sense, as Apple outfitted its iPhone 16e with its first in-house 5G modem last year. With more control over the chip’s features and manufacturing process, Apple might feel that the time is right to bring 5G capabilities to its laptop range. And with the efficiency of Apple silicon added to the mix, there would be less concern over the chip unduly draining your laptop’s battery. Connectivity off the grid (Image credit: Apple) On the face of it, adding 5G to a MacBook might seem like a strange idea. After all, no one is about to hold a clunky laptop up to their ear to make a phone call. And when I first heard this rumor, I was pretty unconvinced. But the idea has been growing on me over the past few months. Far from being an anachronism, 5G could actually bring some pretty upsides to your Apple laptop, both in terms of connectivity and security. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsBy submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over. For instance, it could help you stay connected to the internet in places where Wi-Fi is unavailable, such as when you’re traveling or off the grid. As well as that, it would mean you wouldn’t need to connect to free Wi-Fi in bars and restaurants, avoiding what can be a serious security risk to your laptop. Still, there’s no guarantee that Apple will ever actually release a 5G MacBook. While it has been rumored for many months now, the company could simply be testing the device and ultimately decide not to launch it. But with the M5-series MacBooks expected to arrive in either late 2025 or early 2026, we might find out relatively soon. You might also like Apple could finally give us a MacBook that can get online from almost anywhere – but not until 2026 at the earliest Bad news, Apple fans – the M5 MacBook Pro may not launch until 2026 The iPhone 16e’s 5G performance seemingly has the iPhone 16’s beat See more Computing News Social Links Navigation Freelance Contributor Alex Blake has been fooling around with computers since the early 1990s, and since that time he's learned a thing or two about tech. No more than two things, though. That's all his brain can hold. As well as TechRadar, Alex writes for iMore, Digital Trends and Creative Bloq, among others. He was previously commissioning editor at MacFormat magazine. That means he mostly covers the world of Apple and its latest products, but also Windows, computer peripherals, mobile apps, and much more beyond. When not writing, you can find him hiking the English countryside and gaming on his PC. You must confirm your public display name before commenting Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name. Apple could launch a cut-price MacBook powered by an iPhone chip, new report claims – here’s why that would be a massive hit What WWDC 2025 will tell us about future Apple hardware The end of Intel Macs? 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