Today, a wide range of Windows PCs support 4G LTE and even 5G connectivity, while Apple has yet to release a cellular-enabled MacBook. As a result, users working outdoors often rely on their iPhones for personal hotspots.
This situation may soon change with the next generation of MacBooks, expected to debut in late 2025 or early 2026. References found within the macOS 26 Tahoe code mention a Mac device codenamed t6050, which will feature the M5 Pro chip.
Even more significant is evidence suggesting that this MacBook will include a chip codenamed Centauri—the internal name for Apple’s 5G modem, currently deployed as the C1 modem in the iPhone 16e.
This strongly indicates that Apple is preparing to equip its new MacBook Pro with its in-house 5G baseband, allowing the device to connect directly to cellular networks. For users, this means no longer needing to rely on iPhone tethering while working outdoors.
In terms of efficiency, Apple’s C1 modem has already demonstrated excellent power management. Given the larger battery capacity of the MacBook Pro, users are unlikely to experience significant reductions in battery life when connected to 5G networks.
For frequent travelers, a cellular-enabled MacBook would be immensely practical—enabling seamless connectivity on high-speed trains, supporting real-time collaboration, and even allowing video conferences on platforms like Microsoft Teams without interruption.
Initially, Apple is expected to introduce this feature only in its high-end MacBook Pro models. Over time, however, cellular variants of mid-range devices such as the MacBook Air may follow—though naturally at a higher price point.
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