User level: Level 1 (0 points)Looks like my macbook pro is not eligible for the new os because of it having intel? So will my mac be less safe and not get any updates anymore?
Posted on Sep 16, 2026 10:21 PM
User level: Level 10 (756,437 points)Sep 16, 2026 10:28 PM in response to Raytherockstar
1. Correct.
2. No; if Apple continues their past policy, they'll provide security updates for your computer until macOS 29 comes out.
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User level: Level 9 (78,350 points)Sep 17, 2026 8:54 AM in response to Raytherockstar
Even when Apple stops providing security updates in two years, your risk is minimal as long as you practice safe computing habits as outlined in the following article (it also helps for currently supports systems too):
Effective defenses against malware and other threats - Apple Community
Usually the worst thing you will experience is in two to three years when many third party app developers stop supporting Tahoe.....apps which require an online component may start to become outdated and may no longer be able to communicate with online servers. Apps which have no online component would not be affected and will continue to work normally.
User level: Level 7 (28,946 points)Sep 17, 2026 5:23 AM in response to Raytherockstar
You will continue to get security updates (macOS 26.7) but likely no more bug fixes or feature additions.
User level: Level 10 (208,430 points)Sep 17, 2026 9:06 AM in response to Raytherockstar
Raytherockstar wrote:
Looks like my macbook pro is not eligible for the new os because of it having intel? So will my mac be less safe and not get any updates anymore?
Security updates continue, notice 2026 updates even for your Intel and your macOS
ref: macOS 27 Golden Gate is compatible with these computers - Apple Support
ref: Keep your Mac up to date - Apple Support
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256358689