Apple is reportedly preparing a major overhaul of its high-end laptop lineup, potentially under the new “MacBook Ultra” name. Release TimingThe MacBook Ultra (internal codes K114 for 14-inch and K116 for 16-inch) is on track for a launch window between late 2026 and early 2027. A concurrent base MacBook Pro with an M6 chip (existing design) is also rumored for fall 2026. Design OverhaulThis would mark the first major industrial design change for Apple’s high-end laptops since the 2021 MacBook Pro. MacDailyNews Take: A second-generation MacBook Ultra with M7 Pro and M7 Max chips is already in early testing for a later 2027 timeframe.