The joy of the base MacBook ProThe base model MacBook Pro occupies a sweet spot in Apple’s lineup. A ‘chip and ship’ refresh, not a redesignIf the leaks are accurate, don’t expect to spot an M6 MacBook Pro from across the room. That means a 14-inch screen will remain the only option for the base model M6 MacBook Pro. Multiple reports point to a fall 2026 launch for the basic M6 MacBook Pro, likely during Apple’s usual October Mac event. Looking farther ahead, industry leaks and roadmap reports suggest Apple may skip M6 Pro and M6 Max altogether, going instead with M7 Pro and M7 Max.