{
  "id": 13146013,
  "title": "Apple Drops Intel Macs From Magic Mouse and Trackpad Compatibility Lists",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/apple-drops-intel-macs-from-magic-mouse-and-trackpad-compatibility",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-09T14:15:08.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRepublic",
    "slug": "techrepublic",
    "url": "https://www.techrepublic.com/article/news-apple-magic-mouse-trackpad-intel-mac-compatibility/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple has eliminated Intel Macs from the compatibility lists for its USB-C Magic Mouse and Magic Trackpad, though users report these accessories continue functioning with older Macs. The change affects Apple's published guidelines, but there's no indication the accessories have stopped working. Apple revised the product pages around August 25 and updated specifications early October. The US listings now specify Apple-silicon Macs and the MacBook Neo, omitting Intel Mac models. Businesses with mixed Mac fleets should focus on purchasing and support documentation rather than functionality loss. Both accessories remain operational on Intel-based Macs, according to reports. Apple's current Magic Mouse and Trackpad specifications require macOS 15.1 or later, which several Intel Macs support. The inconsistency in regional documentation leaves the policy unclear. There's no reason for existing users to replace a working accessory just because their Mac model is no longer listed in US documentation. If an accessory stops working, users should first check for ordinary connection problems. The change concerns the 2024 USB-C Magic Mouse and Trackpad, not earlier Lightning-equipped accessories. Before purchasing replacements for Intel Macs, organizations should identify the exact computer model, installed macOS version, and accessory generation. While the device may function, Apple's formal support is unclear. The uncertainty comes as Apple transitions away from Intel hardware, with the latest macOS release excluding Intel Macs. Apple's move also includes newer computers like the MacBook Neo, which uses an A18 Pro chip. Procurement teams should test the accessories on their Intel systems to avoid misinterpreting the compatibility documentation.",
  "summary": "Apple has removed Intel Macs from its US Magic Mouse and Magic Trackpad compatibility lists, but the USB-C accessories reportedly continue working. The post Apple Drops Intel Macs From Magic Mouse and Trackpad Compatibility Lists appeared first on TechRepublic .",
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}