macOS Tahoe: Last Major Update for Intel Macs, New Features Unveiled
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Apple has announced macOS Tahoe, the latest iteration of its Mac operating system. While packed with new features and a stunning redesign, macOS Tahoe marks the end of the road for major feature updates for many Intel-based Macs. This transition signifies Apple's continued commitment to its Silicon chips and phasing out older Intel architecture.
What's New in macOS Tahoe?
macOS Tahoe introduces a refreshed user interface, enhancing the overall Mac experience. Key highlights include:
- A stunning new design with expressive and personalized elements.
- The Phone app arrives on Mac, offering seamless integration with iPhone features like Recents, Contacts, Voicemail, and new functionalities like Call Screening and Hold Assist.
- Live Activities from iPhone, keeping users updated on real-time information such as flight statuses.
- The biggest update to Spotlight ever, allowing users to directly execute actions like sending emails and creating notes, and offering improved content discovery.
- Expanded Apple Intelligence capabilities, including Live Translation and creative tools like Genmoji and Image Playground.
End of the Line for Some Intel Macs
While macOS Tahoe brings these exciting features, it will be the final major macOS release supported on specific Intel-based Macs. These include the:
- MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019)
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
- iMac (27-inch, 2020)
- Mac Pro (2019)
Users with these models will receive the macOS Tahoe update this fall but will not get Apple Intelligence features. Apple will provide security updates for these Macs for three more years.
The Apple Silicon Transition
Apple's transition from Intel to its Silicon chips began five years ago. The performance and battery life improvements seen with Apple Silicon have made Intel Macs less desirable. Apple will also be phasing out Rosetta, its emulation layer for running non-native apps on Apple Silicon.
This move underscores Apple's focus on its Apple Silicon ecosystem, delivering optimized performance and power efficiency. While some may have been tempted by discounted Intel Macs recently, this announcement solidifies the move towards Apple Silicon as the future of the Mac.