macOS 27 Golden Gate: The Ars Technica review
It's both a "Snow Leopard update" and a major leap for Apple Intelligence.
Apple Intelligence undergoes its first major update in macOS 27 Golden Gate, two years after its initial release. The generative AI features and a revised Siri are now integral to the operating system. The company has been subtly insinuating the inclusion of Siri in recent macOS releases, though no official release date has been announced.
With Apple Intelligence, macOS 27 Golden Gate is a significant departure from previous versions. Gone is the option to disable Apple Intelligence and remove the associated AI models from the device. This new version is defined by the AI, influencing marketing, features, hardware, and storage space.
Despite the emphasis on Apple Intelligence, macOS 27 Golden Gate also brings noticeable improvements to the operating system. The design flaws of macOS 26 Tahoe have been addressed, offering a more pleasant user experience. Additionally, there are a plethora of minor enhancements and optimizations under the hood, promising improved performance and reliability for everyday tasks.
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