Apple Introduces macOS 27 at WWDC, Ending Intel Support
Apple is set to officially end support for Intel-based Macs with the introduction of macOS 27 at its Worldwide Developers Conference keynote on June 8. As a result, the company will complete its long-running transition from Intel processors to its own Apple silicon chips.
The change follows an announcement made last year that macOS 26 Tahoe would be the final version compatible with Intel hardware. Consequently, four remaining Intel Mac models—the 16-inch MacBook Pro (2019), 13-inch MacBook Pro (2020), 27-inch iMac (2020), and Mac Pro (2019)—will no longer receive major operating system upgrades.
Meanwhile, Macs powered by M1 chips or newer processors will remain eligible for future updates. In addition, the A18 Pro-powered MacBook Neo is also expected to support macOS 27.
Although major feature updates will stop, Apple plans to continue providing security updates for Intel-based Macs for the next three years. Furthermore, Rosetta 2 will remain available in macOS 27, allowing older Intel applications to run on Apple silicon. However, the company is expected to remove the translation tool with macOS 28.
Siri Gets a Major AI Upgrade
A redesigned Siri is expected to headline the macOS 27 announcements. The upgraded assistant will reportedly combine advanced AI capabilities with deeper system integration. While Apple’s own AI models are expected to handle on-device tasks, external AI technology may assist with more complex requests.
The new Siri is also expected to feature a chatbot-style interface. As a result, users could maintain ongoing conversations, upload files, and automate multi-step actions across applications.
On Mac devices, Apple is reportedly preparing a dedicated Siri application. Moreover, the assistant may gain screen awareness and richer integration with apps such as Mail, Photos, Notes, and Calendar. Additional Apple Intelligence features are expected to include AI-powered photo editing tools, automatic Safari tab organization, and natural-language shortcut creation.
Stability Focus With Future Hardware in Mind
Rather than introducing sweeping changes, macOS 27 is expected to prioritize performance and reliability. Therefore, the update may resemble Apple’s past refinement-focused releases that concentrated on improving the overall user experience.
At the same time, Apple is likely to refine the Liquid Glass design language introduced with macOS Tahoe. These adjustments aim to improve readability while preserving the visual style.
Meanwhile, the company is also expected to lay the groundwork for future touchscreen Mac devices. Early touch-optimized interface elements could appear within the operating system, potentially supporting a touchscreen MacBook Pro expected in late 2026 or 2027.
Following the keynote, Apple is expected to release the first developer beta of macOS 27 immediately. A public beta could arrive in July, while the final version is anticipated later this fall.
