Apple M5 Ultra Mac Studio could face launch delays; M3 Ultra configurations already show 4–5 month lead times, affecting pro upgrade plans.

It’s a good time to be in the market for a MacBook, between the affordability of the MacBook Neo, the power of the M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pros, and the all-around appeal of the M5 MacBook Air. But Apple’s desktop computers are another story, and not just because they’re all about due for their own M5 upgrades.

Apple is working on an updated version of the Mac Studio that's expected at some point in 2026, and with supplies of existing machines running low, we thought we'd highlight what's next for Apple's most powerful desktop machine.

The spotlight at WWDC 2026 is expected to shine on Apple’s next-generation silicon, the M5 series chips. This lineup, which includes the M5, M5 Pro, M5 Max and M5 Ultra, is designed to deliver unparalleled performance and efficiency across Apple’s devices. These chips are set to power a range of products, each tailored to specific user needs:

Apple recently launched three new Macs, but there are another four Macs rumored to debut throughout the remainder of the year.

New leaks reveal Apple’s M5 Mac Studio with major performance upgrades, a shifting release timeline, and rising prices. Here’s what we know so far.

Anyone looking to upgrade to the next Mac Studio or MacBook Pro might have to wait a little longer, thanks to the ongoing global memory shortage. As reported by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, "at least two of the company's upcoming machines