Intel Macs Face Final Major Update with macOS Tahoe This Fall

Mac computers equipped with Intel chips will no longer receive major software updates following the release of macOS Tahoe this fall. This was stated by Matthew Firlik, Apple’s senior director of developer relations, during the WWDC conference, as reported by The Verge.

Intel-based Mac computers that are compatible with macOS Tahoe will continue to receive security updates for three more years, according to Apple representative Lauren Clag.

The list of devices that are compatible with macOS Tahoe includes:

— MacBook Air with Apple silicon (2020 and later)
— MacBook Pro with Apple silicon (2020 and later)
— MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019)
— MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020 with four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
— iMac (2020 and later)
— Mac mini (2020 and later)
— Mac Studio (2022 and later)
— Mac Pro (2019 and later)

Apple has brought its new Liquid Glass design language to macOS Tahoe. Similar to iOS 26, the revamped design of macOS features a shinier, more transparent, and «glass-like» aesthetic.

Users can expect a more powerful version of Spotlight in macOS Tahoe. With AI functionalities, Apple Spotlight will provide «intelligent» result displays that anticipate user queries. Additionally, users will be able to perform actions directly from Spotlight.

macOS Tahoe will offer tighter integration with the user’s iPhone and will support Live Activities. The «Phone,» «Messages,» and FaceTime apps will also feature a «Live Translate» function.

Apple announced that macOS Tahoe will be available this fall, with a public beta launching next month. Developers can already obtain early access to the version now.

During the summer conference WWDC 2025, Apple revealed its plan to unify the version numbering of its software across different systems, aiming for consistency and enhanced clarity regarding versioning and update releases for customers and developers.