201: Goodbye MacBook Pro? MacBook Ultra Is Coming!
Summary
The hosts discuss the upcoming MacBook lineup, noting that Apple will skip M6 Pro and Max chips in favor of the M7, while the new MacBook Ultra launches with existing M5 silicon. They analyze the confusing release schedule, advising buyers to wait for the M7 generation due to significant AI and performance leaps. The conversation also covers potential Ultra features like OLED displays and touchscreens, alongside speculation on Samsung’s new foldable form factor hinting at future iPhone designs.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: LifeLock and Capital One AI
Intro: Weather comments and hot MacBook segue
Apple Silicon roadmap: Skipping M6 Pro/Max for M7
MacBook Ultra rumors: Release date and specs
MacBook Ultra features: OLED and touchscreen debate
Sponsor: Claude AI research assistant
Sponsors: LifeLock and Capital One AI
Buying advice: Wait for M7 or buy M5 Pro now?
Chip performance: M6 vs M7 and AI capabilities
MacBook Pro redesign: Dynamic Island and OLED
Lineup confusion: Pro vs Ultra differentiation
Touchscreen utility: Use cases and skepticism
iPhone Ultra and foldable form factors
MacBook Ultra pricing and target audience
Tech visibility: Seeing new devices in public
Dream device: Foldable Mac with Apple Pencil
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