In a significant shift for users worldwide, Apple has announced that Macs equipped with Intel chips will no longer receive major software updates after the release of macOS Tahoe this fall. This News was revealed during the WWDC Platforms State of the Union keynote by Matthew Firlik, Apple’s senior director of developer relations, emphasizing a pivotal moment in Apple’s transition to its own silicon.
- Intel Macs won't receive major updates post-Tahoe.
- macOS Tahoe is final for Intel Macs.
- Apple transitioned to in-house processors in 2020.
- Security updates for Intel Macs continue for three years.
- Focus on Apple silicon for future innovations.
- Developers encouraged to migrate apps to Apple silicon.
As of 2025-06-10 02:13:00, Intel-based Macs, including models like the 16-inch MacBook Pro from 2019, will still receive security updates for three years. However, Firlik highlighted that macOS Tahoe will be the final release for these devices, urging developers to focus on Apple silicon versions of their applications.
This transition raises questions about the future of Intel Macs. Will users feel pressured to upgrade sooner than expected? As Apple focuses on innovation with its silicon, the implications are vast:
- Increased urgency for users to migrate to Apple silicon devices.
- Developers may need to prioritize updates for newer hardware.
- Potential market shifts as Intel-based devices become less supported.
As Apple continues to innovate, now is the time for users and developers alike to embrace the future of computing with Apple silicon.
