Apple Plans OLED iMac Upgrade, But The Wait Could Be Long

OLED iMac upgrade could bring 20% brighter screens, but Apple delays may push release to 2027.
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Apple Plans OLED iMac Upgrade, But The Wait Could Be Long
OLED iMac Upgrade: Brighter Screens Ahead, But Patience Required Apple fans hoping for an immediate upgrade to their iMac displays may need to wait longer than expected. While the tech giant is actively developing an OLED iMac with a screen that’s 20% brighter than current models, insiders suggest the launch could be pushed to late 2026 or even 2027. For users searching “when will Apple release OLED iMac?” or “is a brighter iMac coming?”, the short answer is yes—but not anytime soon. Credit: tcerovski/Getty Images The move to OLED marks a significant visual leap for Apple’s all-in-one desktop, which has long relied on LCD panels. According to South Korea’s The Elec , Apple has already shared detailed OLED specifications with display giants Samsung Display and LG Display, signaling serious progress behind the scenes. Still, technical hurdles and Apple’s notoriously high quality bar mean this isn’t a simple plug-and-play upgrade. Why OLED Matters for the iMac OLED (organic light-emitting diod…