Apple May Launch 13.8-Inch OLED MacBook in 2029, Air to Keep LCD Until 2030
Omdia's updated roadmap suggests Apple will introduce a new 13.8-inch OLED MacBook category in 2029, positioned between Air and Pro refreshes. The MacBook Air is expected to retain LCD displays until 2030. In June 2026, Apple reportedly approached Samsung Display, LG Display, and BOE for supply information on 13.8-inch OLED laptop panels.
In Omdia's updated planning roadmap, the new 13.8-inch model is positioned between the product refresh cycles of the Air and Pro lineups.
In June 2026, Apple reportedly contacted Samsung Display, LG Display, and BOE, conducting multi-party inquiries and assessments regarding supply information for 13.8-inch OLED laptop panels.
In Omdia's latest assessment, the previously rumored OLED MacBook Air does not appear. Instead, the 13.8-inch model is independently classified as a "new" product category.
Why this event matters
The event has a measured impact on 2 industrys. The strongest current signal is positive for Electronic Components, with intensity 70/100 and 80% confidence over a medium term horizon.
Electronic Components
- Direction
- positive
- Intensity
- 70
- Confidence
- 80%
- Horizon
- Medium term
Computers & Servers
- Direction
- mixed
- Intensity
- 50
- Confidence
- 70%
- Horizon
- Medium term
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