# Apple introduced the Touch Bar on the 2016 MacBook Pro, which was one of the boldest redesigns this laptop has ever had.

*business · news · 2026-04-25 · BGR*

## Key points

- Apple never officially explained the removal of the Touch Bar from the 2021 MacBook Pro.
- Apple paid $50 million due to the faulty Butterfly keyboard design in the 2016 MacBook Pro.
- The 2021 MacBook Pro reintroduced MagSafe, HDMI, and SD support, reversing previous design choices.
- Rumors indicate a 2026 MacBook Pro redesign featuring an OLED display, touchscreen, 5G, and M6 chips.

**Companies:** Apple
**Countries:** United States

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