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MacBook Pro 2016 release date, specs news: New Apple laptop will be launched at WWDC 2016 event?

Ivan Menchavez April 08, 2016 05:27 PM EST

The much-awaited release of Apple's MacBook Pro 2016 has been filled with rumors and speculations. Latest reports suggest that the upcoming iteration will unlikely to have a detachable keyboard and the touchscreen technology.

Earlier, it was reported that the laptop may come with the two features as part of its upgrade from the previous line. However, the Cupertino-based company has already released a device with detachable keyboard and a touchscreen feature, which is the iPad Pro. According to reports, the operating system version of X10.11 El does not fit to support a touchscreen technology. Not unless Apple makes a sudden change of it software configuration, it would be impossible to add the feature to the upcoming MacBook Pro model.

Nevertheless, nothing has been confirmed yet by the company, which makes it early to conclude as of the moment as to what are the features included on the MacBook Pro 2016. There has been no significant information coming from the company that would suggest its current specs. However, many believe that the new model will run on Intel's newest technology, which is the Intel Sky Lake processor.

There is only one thing that is certain as of the moment; the upcoming laptop is going to be much better than its predecessor. Rumor has it that Apple will make sure that it will carry the best graphics technology that has the ability to support 4K output.

Meanwhile, in terms of sizes, the laptop is said to come in three versions â€“ 12-inch, 13-inch, and 15-inch models. Reports also suggest that the device could be launched at the upcoming WWDC 2016.

According to TechRadar, prices will also vary according to its model. The 13-inch design will apparently be sold for around $1,100, while the 15-inch MacBook Pro will cost much higher than its little brother at $2,100. It is said that the bigger MacBook Pro will carry a much faster processor; however, both models will have the same Retina technology.

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