Touchscreen MacBook Pro on the horizon? Apple's new patent fuels speculation

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touchscreen MacBook began with a patent application in 2021, which included references to such technology. This was followed by another filing in 2023.

The latest patent, titled “Touch Sensing Utilizing Integrated Micro Circuitry," has now been granted, providing a glimpse into how Apple might incorporate a touchscreen into future MacBook models.The patent outlines an innovative design featuring light-emitting diodes (LEDs) or organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), along with display and touch chiplets embedded within the screen. This suggests that Apple is not just considering any standard touchscreen but is focused on developing a sophisticated and finely-tuned interface specifically for its devices.

The document repeatedly mentions a “personal computer that includes a trackpad and an integrated touchscreen," strongly hinting at a potential MacBook Pro with these capabilities.While patents typically aim to cover a broad range of potential applications, this one specifically references a laptop-like device with a touchscreen. This indicates that Apple is seriously considering the logistics and design of a touchscreen MacBook.

Illustrations within the patent further reinforce this, depicting a MacBook Pro with a touchscreen interface.The patent also delves into the technical aspects of how the technology would function, including the integration of touch chiplets and the arrangement of electrodes within the visible area of the screen. The document addresses various technical challenges and potential solutions, highlighting Apple's focus on creating a responsive and precise touch interface suitable for a laptop environment.Moreover, the patent discusses the economic considerations, noting the increasing popularity of