Apple has announced its final version of macOS for Intel
a year ago
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- Apple announces macOS Tahoe as the final version for Intel Macs, ending a 20-year run.
- Users get a one-year notice to transition to Apple silicon, with potential security fixes.
- Apple's ARM-based chips, like the M1, are praised for their speed and energy efficiency.
- Intel Mac users can still receive security updates and may install Linux as an alternative.
- Entry into the Mac ecosystem is now more cost-effective, with the Mac Mini M4 priced at $599.
- The end of Intel Macs marks the end of Hackintoshing, a culture of flexibility and experimentation.
- Apple's approach to flexibility in computing is described as begrudging, with slow feature rollouts.
- The article reflects on the cultural impact of Intel Macs and the shift to Apple silicon.