As Apple prepares to unveil iOS 18, another highly anticipated update is on the horizon: macOS 15.
A new rumor suggests that macOS 15 will maintain compatibility with all the same Mac models supported by macOS 14, ensuring a wide range of users can benefit from the latest software advancements.
Compatibility Across Mac Models
According to 9to5Mac, the rumor, shared on Twitter by a reliable source with a history of accurate predictions, indicates that macOS 15 will support all Macs equipped with a T2 chip or powered by Apple Silicon.
This means that more Mac models will continue to receive updates, from older Intel-based machines to the latest Apple Silicon devices.
Supported MacBook Pro Models
- MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2023)
- MacBook Pro (14-inch, 2023)
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, M2, 2022)
- MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2021)
- MacBook Pro (14-inch, 2021)
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, M1, 2020)
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2020, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
- MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2019)
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Two Thunderbolt 3 ports)
- MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2019)
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2019, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
- MacBook Pro (15-inch, 2018)
- MacBook Pro (13-inch, 2018, Four Thunderbolt 3 ports)
Supported MacBook Air Models
- MacBook Air (15-inch, M3, 2024)
- MacBook Air (13-inch, M3, 2024)
- MacBook Air (15-inch, M2, 2023)
- MacBook Air (M2, 2022)
- MacBook Air (M1, 2020)
- MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2020)
- MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2019)
- MacBook Air (Retina, 13-inch, 2018)
Supported iMac Models
- iMac (24-inch, 2023)
- iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021)
- iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2020)
- iMac (Retina 5K, 27-inch, 2019)
- iMac (Retina 4K, 21.5-inch, 2019)
- iMac Pro (2017)
Supported Mac Mini Models
- Mac mini (2023)
- Mac mini (M1, 2020)
- Mac mini (2018)
Supported Mac Studio Models
- Mac Studio (2023)
- Mac Studio (2022)
- Supported Mac Pro Models
- Mac Pro (2023)
- Mac Pro (2019)
Advanced Features for Apple Silicon Macs
While macOS 15 will be compatible with a wide range of Macs, advanced features will likely be exclusive to Apple Silicon models.
Last year, many macOS Sonoma features were unavailable on Intel Macs, and this trend is expected to continue.
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has reported that many on-device AI features in macOS 15 will require at least an M1 chip, highlighting the performance and capabilities of Apple Silicon.
Enhanced AI and On-Device Features
Apple's macOS is not safe right now as evident by the presence of the new data-stealing malware dubbed "Cuckoo" which can target your MacBook or Mac anytime.
Apple Silicon Macs will benefit from enhanced AI and other advanced on-device features. These capabilities will leverage the powerful performance of Apple's custom chips, providing a seamless and efficient user experience.
Users with Intel-based Macs will still receive updates but may miss out on some of the latest innovations.
For iPhone users, here are the eligible iPhone models that might be compatible with iOS 18's AI features.
Elsewhere, here's TechRadar's report about what you need to expect on macOS 15 at WWDC 2024.For more tech news and updates about macOS 15 and other related topics that might interest you, you can click here to get started.
