Apple previewed macOS Tahoe 26 at WWDC 2025, its upcoming operating system update for Macs and the last to support Intel models.
New features include a revamped design, an all-new Safari, and a Phone app that allows users to make and take calls with synced content like Recents, Contacts, and Voicemail.
Introduction of Phone app on macOS Tahoe hints at Apple possibly planning cellular Macs.
Speculation arises due to Apple's development of its own 5G modems, potential benefits for battery life, and performance, as seen in the iPhone 16e.
Apple's aim to use proprietary chips in upcoming iPhone models and a previous Bloomberg report suggesting the integration of cellular capabilities into Macs further support the speculation.
Apple's improvements in MacBook battery life and positioning of the MacBook Pro as a powerful and always-with-you device add to the argument for cellular Macs.
The feasibility of a cellular Mac is also supported by the potential for enhanced user experience, increased portability, and reduced battery drain compared to using iPhones as personal hotspots.
The expected MacBook Pro redesign by 2026, potentially incorporating a new OLED display and cellular capabilities, could bring the Mac to a new level.