M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro Launch Imminent as Reseller Stock Dwindles

New M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro models are expected to launch soon, as indicated by low reseller stock. This comes after Bloomberg reported a February/March timeframe for their release alongside macOS Tahoe 26.3. The recent Xcode 26.3 release candidate launch further suggests an imminent debut. It's unusual for Apple to release an Xcode RC without corresponding iOS and macOS RCs. Holding back the macOS RC can sometimes signify sensitive information within it, potentially revealing new model identifiers. Apple has historically held macOS RCs for a period after releasing iOS and Xcode RCs alongside new hardware. The absence of an iOS 26.3 RC makes the exact timing less predictable. New MacBook Pros could launch as early as tomorrow, or potentially in a week or two. The Xcode 26.3 RC may have been released early due to planned agentic coding tool integrations. Higher-end 14-inch and 16-inch MacBook Pro models are awaiting their M5 refresh. HomePod mini stock is also reportedly low, though no official reason has been provided for potential updates.