I am interested in buying a new MacBook Pro but all the updated versions out now do not have the Touch Bar. My current MacBook has it and I love it very much. Do we know if it will ever make a comeback? I do not want to purchase a new computer if it has a chance of coming back. Thanks.
MacBook Pro 16″, macOS 11.6
the touch bar macbook pro is completely discontinued. and even if you found a country with a page for the last touch bar macbook pro, you cant buy it if youre not in that country. to read about it, use the internet archive link i posted and if you want one get a refurbished or secondhand one
HWTech wrote:
I'm really curious how those who love the Touchbar actually use it. I can see some very small very specific use cases for some limited number of apps where the Touchbar could be highly useful, but for the majority of macOS apps out there I have never seen the Touchbar have any added benefit.
I really would like to know & understand exactly how people who like the Touchbar use it to improve their use of the laptop and their workflow.
I liked it. Available options changed depending on context, which I always appreciate. But, I've found I haven't missed it much since I bought my newer MBA.
Bitsie wrote:
Maybe you need a box of crayons instead. Everyone has their own taste profile I personally love having the touchbar so kindly chill out and be more respectful
How is offering an alternative suggestion not "respectful"? Also, perhaps practice what you preach.
Yes, iPad and Apple Pencil is a serious suggestion.
That is the way forward that Apple is supporting.
Going forward that way is fine if you're looking to morph your laptop into a desktop, I suppose. However, using a laptop, iPad and Apple Pencil on a lap is kinda tricky. 😄
MacMikeInOK wrote:
Going forward that way is fine if you're looking to morph your laptop into a desktop, I suppose. However, using a laptop, iPad and Apple Pencil on a lap is kinda tricky. 😄
All you can do is give your feedback to Apple. But, I think this is a case where it's not going to have much effect.
MacMikeInOK wrote:
As I always use my MacBooks on my lap, I was simply pointing out that the iPad/Apple Pencil "workaround" for the Touch Bar isn't very practical for those of us who use a laptop primarily on our...lap
I get it but, sadly, there's nothing anyone here can do about it.
Just to be pedantic. Apple stopped calling them "laptops" quite some time ago, as did other manufactures. They don't recommend you use them on your lap because the device won't be properly ventilated and can heat up, thus causing...discomfort... in sensitive areas. So, all dark humor aside, Apple kind of assumes you'll be using them on a flat surface. I understand that doesn't help you but, I think it's part of the larger context for Apple's decision.
I have a MacBook Pro m1 with Touch Bar iPad Pro 11inch 4 generation and I have the Apple Pencil. AirPod pros and I use my laptop on my lap too but I still disagree with you I actually hate the Apple Pencil and would much rather have the Touch Bar rather than the work around apple pencil and the sidecare. I mean think about what your saying in order for someone to have accommodations like the touch bar provide you have to not only add in a newer model iPad but also an Apple Pencil that’s just ridiculous.
The only reason I wanted to buy an Apple MacBook was because of the 13 Pros Touch Bar. I saved for a year to get the money to buy one and when I went to buy it it was gone. I don't know what to do since I'm starting
gymnasium soon after this summer and I need a laptop. since the school doesn't provide me with one. Does anyone have any tips on another laptop I could buy or if I even should go with Apple.
Just to be pedantic. Apple stopped calling them "laptops" quite some time ago, as did other manufactures. They don't recommend you use them on your lap because the device won't be properly ventilated and can heat up, thus causing...discomfort... in sensitive areas.
LOL...as long as we're being pedantic here...
Perhaps the other manufacturers stopped calling them laptops some ago...but these brands apparently did not get this imperitive consumer safety warning:
(The above brands all used the word "laptop" either in a product's title or product description. I quit looking after I saw these...all on one website, bhphotovideo.com). I'm sure there are plenty of other brands the could have been added to this list.)
Oh, and BTW...it's not me who asked the initial question. As I mentioned earlier, I'm past that with my new 15" MBA...but I do miss the Touchbar.
MacMikeInOK wrote:
Just to be pedantic. Apple stopped calling them "laptops" quite some time ago, as did other manufactures. They don't recommend you use them on your lap because the device won't be properly ventilated and can heat up, thus causing...discomfort... in sensitive areas.
• LOL...as long as we're being pedantic here...
Perhaps the other manufacturers stopped calling them laptops some ago...but these brands apparently did not get this imperitive consumer safety warning:
Acer
• Lenova
• HP
• Microsoft
• Dell
• LG
(The above brands all used the word "laptop" either in a product's title or product description. I quit looking after I saw these...all on one website, bhphotovideo.com). I'm sure there are plenty of other brands the could have been added to this list.)
And? I was only discussing Apple's recommendations for their products.
Oh, and BTW...it's not me who asked the initial question. As I mentioned earlier, I'm past that with my new 15" MBA...but I do miss the Touchbar.
Yes, I am aware you weren't the OP. I was responding specifically to what you commented. That's why I replied to your post and even quoted it.
I love TouchBar and I use it at so many cases.
First, I type in two languages so switching from these two languages is extremely convenient by using TouchBar.
I also take screenshots, slide for volume and brightness using TouchBar.
My first touch on the Touch Bar was on my grandparent's MacBook Pro and I was fascinated by it so Touchbar is kind of my childhood.
The most important part is, Touch Bar can skip ads :)
wolfeeeeee wrote:
I love TouchBar and I use it at so many cases.
First, I type in two languages so switching from these two languages is extremely convenient by using TouchBar.
I also take screenshots, slide for volume and brightness using TouchBar.
My first touch on the Touch Bar was on my grandparent's MacBook Pro and I was fascinated by it so Touchbar is kind of my childhood.
The most important part is, Touch Bar can skip ads :)
Tell Apple:
Nostalgia from people in their teens and twenties is so cute.
Me too. I can't see myself parting ways with my 2017 MBP unless I'm upgrading to a new MBP with a Touch Bar. The convenience it brings I love. Apple should also consider in the future for the iMac, a keyboard with a Touch Bar.
I wanted to buy a new Mac and give mine to my mother but I won't make the purchase cause I can't live without the Touch Bar. The only way I buy a Mac in the future is if we ever see that Touch Bar again, fingers crossed!
I wanted to let Readers know that the desire for the touchbar is NOT exactly universal.
I showed a touchbar Mac to my wife, who likes everything to stay the same. For her, things should be 'quiet' so she can figure out how to approach things. She was FAR from enthusiastic.
She said, "So this bar flashes different icons with each App that you switch to?"
"Yes" I said, "including the Finder."
"Get this thing out of my sight and NEVER put it in front of me again, EVER."
One of the best things about Mac was its touch bar. it was so iconic. I just loved it so much. I am having the Macbook Pro M1 2020 version. it was super comfortable and easy to use. I always felt that touch bar made my life a little easy. but now I am feeling devasted about discontinuing touch bar. I wish touch bar comes back and I could buy a new mac with Touch Bar.
Will the touch bar ever come back?
