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Mac App Store Apps Can Now Drop Support for Intel Macs

Apple has given developers the go-ahead to stop supporting Intel Macs, marking the end of an era.

By · Published September 2, 2026 at 09:27 UTC · Updated September 2, 2026 at 10:24 UTC

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Quick answers

What does this mean for Intel Mac users?

Intel Mac users may find that some new apps will no longer be compatible with their devices. They will need to consider upgrading to Apple Silicon Macs to continue accessing the latest software.

Will all apps drop support for Intel Macs immediately?

Not necessarily. The transition will be gradual, with developers deciding when to drop support based on their user base and development priorities.

What is Apple Silicon?

Apple Silicon refers to the custom-designed chips that Apple has been using in its Macs since 2020, replacing Intel processors.

The brief

Apple has announced that developers can now drop support for Intel-based Macs in their Mac App Store apps. This decision comes 21 years after Apple's initial partnership with Intel, which revolutionized the Mac platform. The change affects developers and users of Intel Macs, who will see a gradual phasing out of support for their devices in new apps.

The shift underscores Apple's ongoing transition to its own silicon, with the company having introduced Apple Silicon Macs in recent years. PCMag and Digital Trends have covered the announcement, noting the historical significance of Apple's move away from Intel. PCMag Australia also reflected on the 21-year partnership, marking the end of the Intel era for Macs. 9to5Mac and MacRumors provided details on the practical implications for developers and users.

Developers are now free to focus their efforts on Apple Silicon, potentially accelerating innovation on the newer platform. Users of Intel Macs will need to consider upgrading to continue accessing the latest apps, while developers will prioritize optimizing their software for Apple's custom chips.

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