'Never have I experienced such a Windows-esque bug in macOS': Mission Control is a mess in macOS 27 Golden Gate — and users are questioning Apple's testing
Afraid that macOS 27 is buggy? Early feedback is making upgraders nervous — but I wouldn't worry too much unless you're a power-user.
Some macOS 27 users are unhappy with the recent upgrade, citing issues with the interface and overall performance. The most significant complaint revolves around Mission Control, which many describe as broken and glitchy. Users report that dragging a desktop to another monitor leaves an unresponsive black screen behind, and that animations are sluggish.
One user even compared the experience to a Windows-like bug, stating that it's the most significant visual glitch they've ever encountered as a long-time Mac user. Other areas of the interface, such as the menu bar and Control Center, are also experiencing stuttering and glitches. Some users have reported that Spotlight search is not functioning properly, but this is thought to be a symptom of the system reindexing after installation.
While some users find macOS 27 to be smooth and improved over its predecessor, macOS 26, others are hesitant to upgrade due to the reported issues. The situation has raised questions about Apple's testing process and bug reporting, with one user claiming that their bug submissions have gone unresolved. As a result, many users are opting to wait for the 27.1 release before upgrading, hoping for a resolution to the Mission Control problems.
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