Apple Allows Developers to Drop Support for Intel-Based Macs in New macOS Apps
Apple has announced that developers can now remove support for Intel-based Mac computers when creating universal apps on the Mac App Store, provided they require macOS 13 or later. This change allows app creators to streamline development and reduce download sizes by focusing solely on Apple silicon hardware. Developers who choose this route will no longer provide updates for older Intel machines; however, users of these systems can continue using the last compatible version of an app. Apple previously required Mac App Store apps with universal compatibility to support both Intel and Apple silicon devices. With macOS Golden Gate now limited to M1 or later models, Rosetta 2 is also being phased out for most applications after this update. An exception will be made for some older gaming titles that rely on Intel-based frameworks. This shift reflects the ongoing transition from Intel processors in Macs and signals Apple's continued push toward a fully silicon-based ecosystem.
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