Apple may have spoilt their own surprise by accidentally including an image of the new MacBook Pro, due to be released on October 27th, in its latest software update.
Initially reported by tech site MacRumors.com, the images appear to show a newer version of the MacBook Pro with a touch bar along the top, prompting speculation that Apple have introduced their TouchID technology to the MacBook range.
The MacBook Pro line has remained without any major updates for a relatively long time, leading users to expect a change with the release of the latest version on Thursday.
On their website, MacRumors said:
“Said to be called the “Magic Toolbar,” the OLED panel replaces the physical function keys at the top of the keyboard. The panel offers up virtual keys that are contextual, changing based on what app is in use. A Touch ID fingerprint sensor is built into a nearly-invisible power button that is located to the right of the panel and blends right in.”
For those who own a Mac, it is easy to view the leaked images – just update to macOS Sierra 10.12.1 and open “/System/Library/PrivateFrameworks/PassKitUI.framework/Versions/A/Resources/”in the Terminal application .