Developing· Apple· Published Jun 29, 2026
MacRumors reports Apple could skip M6 Ultra for a redesigned M7 Mac Studio in 2028
According to MacRumors, Apple plans to bypass high-end M6 silicon in favor of an M7 Ultra Mac Studio featuring an overhauled thermal system by 2028.
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Signal Summary
Reporter Mark Gurman suggests Apple will release an M5 Ultra model this year before moving directly to an M7 Ultra version with improved cooling in two years.
Why It Matters
A shift in chip release cycles and a focus on thermal management could signal major 2028 performance gains for professional creative workloads.
DNA Read
Based on reporting from Mark Gurman, a known source for Apple hardware roadmaps.
Evidence
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Primary Evidence
1Mac Studio M7 Ultra Expected in 2028 With Better Cooling
“Mac Studio M7 Ultra Expected in 2028 With Better Cooling Monday June 29, 2026 6:17 am PDT by Tim Hardwick The next major Mac Studio update is still a couple of years away, but a re”
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