Apple says it will stop supporting many Macs in next update
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Apple’s latest update for Macs will be the last for many computers
- Apple's MacOS Tahoe software update will be the last to support Intel-based Macs, completing the company's transition to its own Apple Silicon chips.
- The update cuts off support for many Macs, including those made as recently as the 2020 MacBook Pro, iMac, and Mac Pro models and many 2019 versions of the MacBook Pro.
- Computers that can download MacOS Tahoe will receive security updates for three years, ensuring protection against new hacks and cyber attacks.
- Apple will discontinue Rosetta technology, which allows Intel-based apps to run on newer computers, in the MacOS version to be released in 2027.
- The announcement was made at Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference, where the company also showcased a new look for its software.