MacBook Pro 2016 release date, specs news: Radical design changes expected when launch arrives in September

The MacBook Pro 2016 is reportedly coming later this year and more details on its specs and features show that the laptop will be one to watch.

The latest reports claim that the device is going touchscreen on the function keys. An OLED bar will replace these physical keys and will then be changed into a long screen running above the keyboard from end to end.

The OLED bar being touchscreen should also allow the MacBook Pro 2016 to display other functions such as controls for certain apps as well as searches.

Apple is known for sophisticated and sleek designs as well as making their products as thin and light as possible. The tech giant is expected to use the same approach on the MacBook Pro 2016.

This will be made possible with the Intel Skylake, which will boost the speed and performance of the device while keeping the power consumption low. This will also help the MacBook Pro 2016 prolong its battery life.

Also helping Apple achieve a thin and light MacBook Pro are the metal injection mold-made hinges and the butterfly mechanism keyboards.

Meanwhile, Touch ID will reportedly be added in the new iteration of the MacBook, to keep it in line with its products, which feature the same.

This means that accessing the MacBook Pro 2016 will only take a fingerprint scan and users will be good to go, saving precious time while reinforcing security measures.

The laptop is also expected to keep up with the times by sporting USB- C ports and Thunderbolt 3, which is deemed today's fastest, most versatile connection device.

Uncovered patents also suggest that the MacBook Pro 2016 will come with a stylus-friendly trackpad for an innovative touch.

With regards to the release date, the new MacBook Pro is rumored to be released next month along with the iPhone 7.