Apple's latest operating system, macOS Tahoe 26, marks the end of support for certain Intel-powered Macs. While some Intel-based Macs will receive the update, this will be the last macOS version available to them.
With the transition to Apple Silicon, older models like the 2018 MacBook Air and Mac mini will no longer be eligible for updates. Only newer Intel-based Macs, such as the 2020 MacBook Pro and iMac, will be able to run macOS Tahoe 26.
Despite the lack of major OS updates, Intel-powered Macs on macOS Tahoe 26 will still receive security patches for three more years. Apple's shift towards ARM processors signals a clear direction for the future of Mac hardware and software.
Developers are urged to transition to ARM-compatible software, as Apple continues to phase out x86 support. The inclusion of Rosetta 2 in macOS 27 will provide a bridge for legacy applications until the transition is complete.
