Apple will stop providing major software updates for Intel-based Macs after the release of macOS Tahoe this fall. Matthew Firlik, Apple’s senior director of developer relations, announced at the WWDC Platforms State of the Union keynote that “macOS Tahoe will be the final release for Intel Macs.”
Since introducing its first Apple Silicon processor in 2020 and completing the transition with the 2023 Mac Pro, Apple has moved away from Intel chips. Intel Macs compatible with macOS Tahoe, including the 2019 16-inch MacBook Pro, will receive security updates for three more years, according to Apple spokesperson Lauren Klug.
“Apple silicon enables us to achieve things previously unimaginable, and it’s time to focus all innovation there,” Firlik said. “If you haven’t already, now is a good time to help users migrate to Apple silicon apps.”
macOS Tahoe introduces Apple’s new Liquid Glass design language and features such as an enhanced Spotlight search, support for iPhone’s Live Activities, and a Phone app. Apple’s website lists the full lineup of devices compatible with the new OS.