The New MacBook Pro Debuts with Nano-Texture Glass, a Feature Once Exclusive to the Pro Display XDR

Originally introduced with Apple's Pro Display XDR in 2019, nano-texture glass uses an etching process at the nanometer level, designed to maintain high image quality while reducing glare by scattering ambient light. The Pro Display XDR, Apple's premium monitor offering, was touted for its suitability in high-end color management workflows or environments with demanding lighting conditions, making the technology exclusive to select displays.

In a groundbreaking move, Apple has now incorporated this nano-texture glass technology into the latest MacBook Pro models equipped with the M4 series chips. This marks the first time the technology, previously exclusive to the Pro Display XDR, has been used in a MacBook, promising significant reductions in glare and reflective interference.

Under bright lighting conditions, the new MacBook Pro can display SDR content at up to 1200 nits of brightness, with peak brightness for HDR content reaching up to 1600 nits. This enhancement is particularly beneficial for users who frequently work outdoors, offering an unparalleled viewing experience.

Beyond the Pro Display XDR and MacBook Pro, Apple has also extended the nano-texture glass option to the iMac, with the latest models launched this week supporting this feature. Additionally, other products including the Studio Display and iPad Pro have adopted nano-texture glass to enhance user experience, though these options typically come with an additional cost—adding nano-texture glass to the MacBook Pro, for instance, requires an extra $150.