macOS 26 hints at sealed Mac updates at Apple Stores
10 months ago
- #Technology
- #Wireless Updates
- #Apple
- Apple developed Presto, a system for wirelessly updating sealed iPhones to the latest iOS version before unboxing.
- Apple is now working on a similar system for Macs, as seen in macOS Tahoe 26 beta 3.
- This system would allow Apple to ship hardware first and update the software wirelessly before sale, avoiding issues like those seen with the iPhone 15 launch.
- The system could also enable future Macs to come pre-associated with the user’s Apple Account.
- Apple uses a proprietary 'two-slot toaster' device for Presto updates on iPhones, raising questions about how a similar system would work for Macs, which lack NFC chips.
- Apple might re-add NFC hardware or use Bluetooth for Mac updates.
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