The iconic glowing rear Apple logo is returning to the MacBook Pro with the latest model , Apple today announced .
Apple removed the illuminated logo from the MacBook Pro with its 2016 redesign, replacing it with a polished, non-illuminated version. Its return restores one of the laptop's most recognizable design features after a decade.
We're glowing with excitement over the new MacBook Pro. You've gotta touch it to believe it. https://t.co/BLiGkGaefL — John Ternus (@johnternus) October 28, 2026
The previous illuminated logo used light from the display's backlight. The new MacBook Pro features a "PROLED XDR Display." OLED displays illuminate individual pixels without a separate backlight, so the new model requires a different approach to lighting the logo.
The new MacBook Pro starts at $2,899 for the 14-inch model and $3,399 for the 16-inch model. Related Roundup: MacBook Pro Buyer's Guide: MacBook Pro (Buy Now) Related Forum: MacBook Pro
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