Apple's upcoming macOS 27 Golden Gate will be the first version to require Apple Silicon processors, completely ending support for Intel-based Macs. The transition marks a significant milestone in Apple's shift away from Intel, with Intel Macs receiving security updates for about two more years. The move will also begin phasing out Rosetta 2 compatibility for running Intel apps, particularly affecting older games.
Background
Apple began transitioning its Mac lineup from Intel processors to its own Apple Silicon chips in 2020, starting with the M1 chip. This move represents a major architectural shift similar to the PowerPC to Intel transition in 2006.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Jun 9, 2026 at 05:03 AM
- Score
- 8.0 / 10