Intel Mac Updates End: macOS Tahoe
- Apple's upcoming macOS Tahoe will be the final major software update for Macs using Intel chips.Matthew Firlik, Apple’s senior director of developer relations, revealed the news during the...
- The move to in-house processors began in 2020, culminating with the Mac Pro in 2023.
- “Apple silicon enables us all to achieve things that were previously unimaginable, and it’s time to put all of our focus and innovation there,” Firlik said.
Apple is sunsetting major software updates for Intel Macs with macOS Tahoe, the final chapter for these devices. Learn about this significant shift in Apple’s strategy, as the company prioritizes its silicon chips. This decisive move, announced at WWDC, includes a commitment to security updates for compatible Intel-based Macs for the next three years. We delve into the implications of Apple silicon’s rise and what developers need to know about migrating their applications. This change demonstrates Apple’s dedication to its silicon architecture, offering users enhanced performance. Read the full story from News Directory 3 to get all the details. Discover what’s next …
Intel Macs to Receive Final Major Update with macOS Tahoe
Updated June 09, 2025
Apple’s upcoming macOS Tahoe will be the final major software update for Macs using Intel chips.Matthew Firlik, Apple’s senior director of developer relations, revealed the news during the WWDC Platforms state of the Union keynote. This marks a definitive step in Apple’s transition to its own silicon.
The move to in-house processors began in 2020, culminating with the Mac Pro in 2023. While major updates will cease, Apple spokesperson Lauren Klug confirmed that Intel-based Macs compatible with macOS Tahoe, such as the 16-inch MacBook Pro (2019), will still receive security updates for three years.
“Apple silicon enables us all to achieve things that were previously unimaginable, and it’s time to put all of our focus and innovation there,” Firlik said.
Firlik urged developers to prioritize migrating their applications to Apple silicon to take full advantage of the performance and capabilities offered by the new architecture. This transition signals apple’s commitment to its silicon and the enhanced user experiance it provides.
What’s next
Users of Intel-based Macs can expect continued security support while Apple channels its resources into further developing and optimizing its silicon for future macOS versions and hardware.