Apple will end support for Intel-based Macs with the launch of macOS 27, requiring Apple Silicon chips for future updates.
macOS 26 Tahoe will be the final major update available for Intel Macs, including models released as recently as 2020.
This marks the completion of Apple’s transition to its own silicon, potentially requiring users of older Macs to upgrade for continued software support.
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