Apple might introduce the MacBook Ultra in two sizes featuring a unique OLED display.

      A recent report has disclosed details about the MacBook Ultra's display size, OLED technology, and expected release timeframe.

      Apple’s anticipated MacBook Ultra is emerging as one of the most significant redesigns of the Mac in recent years. A new industry report from research firm Omdia indicates that it could be released sooner than expected. The study focuses on the adoption of OLED technology in laptops, revealing specific insights regarding Apple’s next MacBook.

      What screen sizes will the MacBook Ultra feature?

      As per the report, Samsung Display is set to start providing OLED panels for Apple’s new MacBook series as early as July 2026, with a launch anticipated in the third quarter of 2026—likely in September, coinciding with the iPhone 18 series and the foldable iPhone Ultra.

      The Omdia report mentions two screen sizes for the MacBook Ultra: 14.3 inches and 16.3 inches. The current MacBook Pro models have 14.2-inch and 16.2-inch displays, so the slight increase in size can likely be attributed to thinner bezels and a revamped chassis.

      What differentiates the OLED display?

      Apple will not be utilizing the same OLED technology available in most laptops or even in its own iPhone screens. According to Jerry Kang from Omdia, the MacBook Ultra will feature a hybrid OLED structure that incorporates oxide TFT and RGB tandem OLED technology.

      This particular combination has not been used in any laptops to date, but resembles the display technology currently employed in the iPad Pro. It has been specifically engineered to consume less power compared to both LTPO and single-layer RGB OLEDs. This is significant because the MacBook Ultra is also anticipated to be notably thinner than the existing MacBook Pro.

      To achieve the battery life that its laptops are celebrated for, Apple would need a considerable boost in efficiency. Reportedly, this new display technology is how the company plans to make that happen. The MacBook Ultra is expected to represent a new tier in Apple’s range, positioned above the current MacBook Pro rather than acting as a replacement.

      By the end of 2026, Apple’s MacBook lineup could extend from the entry-level Neo to the Ultra, covering a broader spectrum than ever before.

      The hidden labor of modern tech support is turning us all into unpaid employees

      Every encounter with a chatbot, forum search, and repeated explanation accumulates into a hidden cost on your time.

      Recently, I attempted to cancel an order through a popular food delivery app, but I found myself trapped within a frustrating chatbot experience. I couldn't explain my actual problem; I was restricted to tapping preset options, none of which were appropriate for my situation. I repeatedly exited and tried again, hoping the correct answer would be revealed with another wrong menu choice. Eventually, I resorted to Googling how to reach a live representative, feeling foolish for struggling with a simple task. Ironically, the solution was to feign a different inquiry. I’m joking, of course; I know that customers like me aren't really foolish. However, the experience made me feel that way.

      Gemini could soon offer a troubleshooting mode and save you a trip to help manuals

      Gemini's new Troubleshooting mode presents step-by-step solutions using text responses and interactive widgets.

      Google may have inadvertently revealed the direction Gemini is heading. TestingCatalog reported that a new Troubleshooting mode has quietly appeared in the model picker menu for some users. This option is placed alongside existing alternatives like Gemini 3.5 Flash and 3.1 Pro, which are the standard AI models available for switching in the app.

      You can now send emails directly from ChatGPT on the web

      You can now draft, edit, and send emails straight from within ChatGPT on the web.

      If you've ever created an email in ChatGPT only to copy and paste it into Gmail or Outlook to send it, you can now bypass that extra step. OpenAI has introduced the capability to send emails directly from writing blocks in ChatGPT on the web, keeping the entire process within a single conversation from beginning to end.