Apple’s macOS Sequoia maintains compatibility with various Intel-based Macs, but it drops support for the 2018 and 2019 MacBook Air models
Compatible Macs for macOS Sequoia
- MacBook Pro: 2018 and later
- MacBook Air: 2020 and later
- Mac mini: 2018 and later
- iMac: 2019 and later
- iMac Pro: 2017
- Mac Studio: 2022 and later
- Mac Pro: 2019 and later
Apple Intelligence Suite Requirements
The new “Apple Intelligence” suite, a collection of AI-driven features designed to enhance productivity, will require a Mac with an M1 chip or newer. These features include advanced writing assistance, mail categorization, notification prioritization, and an upgraded Siri. Macs without an M1 chip will not support these new AI capabilities.
iPhone Mirroring on macOS Sequoia
iPhone Mirroring will be available on both Apple silicon Macs and Intel-based Macs equipped with the T2 security chip. This feature allows users to control their iPhone directly from their Mac’s screen. Key functionalities include:
- Custom wallpapers and icons from your iPhone appear on your Mac
- The ability to swipe through Home Screen pages and launch apps
- Interaction via Mac’s keyboard, trackpad, and mouse
- Audio output through Mac
- Drag-and-drop functionality between iPhone and Mac
- Locked iPhone screen for privacy
- Compatibility with StandBy mode for quick information access
- Responding to iPhone notifications from Mac
iPadOS 18 Compatibility
For iPad users, iPadOS 18 will no longer support the first-generation 10.5-inch iPad Pro, second-generation 12.9-inch iPad Pro, and the sixth-generation iPad. The update is compatible with the following models:
- iPad Pro: 2018 and later
- iPad Air: 2019 and later
- iPad mini: 2019 and later
- iPad: 2019 and later
Both macOS Sequoia and iPadOS 18 are currently available in beta for members of the Apple Developer Program, with an expected public release in September.
FAQ
- Q1: What Macs are compatible with macOS Sequoia?
- A1: macOS Sequoia supports MacBook Pro (2018 and later), MacBook Air (2020 and later), Mac mini (2018 and later), iMac (2019 and later), iMac Pro (2017), Mac Studio (2022 and later), and Mac Pro (2019 and later).
- Q2: What features are limited to M1 chip Macs in macOS Sequoia?
- A2: The “Apple Intelligence” suite, including advanced AI features like writing assistance, mail categorization, notification prioritization, and an upgraded Siri, requires an M1 chip or newer.
- Q3: Can I use iPhone Mirroring on any Mac?
- A3: iPhone Mirroring is available on both Apple silicon Macs and Intel-based Macs with the T2 security chip.
