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technology27 days ago•6 min saved

How Long Should Your MacBook Last? OS Support, Hardware, and Real-World Use

A MacBook's life is not fixed; expect roughly eight years of first-party software support (six years of macOS updates plus two years of security patches), after which hardware and daily use decide when to upgrade. Real longevity depends on your work: CPU, RAM, and storage must meet your tasks, batteries have about 1,000 cycles, and Apple's shift to silicon means older Intel Macs lose support sooner. Upgrade when macOS support ends or usability suffers.

via engadget.com|

#apple-silicon #battery-cycles #hardware-longevity

technology3 years ago•4 min saved

"macOS Sonoma: Enhanced Updates, Password Manager, Public Beta Features, and iCloud Keychain Integration"

Data analysis of Mac models reveals that Intel Macs released between 2009 and 2015 can expect to receive seven or eight years of macOS updates, while those released in 2016 and 2017 will receive about six years. This marks a two-year drop compared to earlier Macs. Although the last Intel Macs will still receive longer support than the last PowerPC Macs, they will have fewer years of software update support than any other Macs released in the past 15 years. The future of the remaining Intel Macs suggests they may only have a year or two of macOS updates left.

via Ars Technica|

#apple-silicon-transition #data-analysis #intel-macs