User level: Level 1 (5 points)Is there a major change coming to the system software that will impact the apps on my IMac?
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Original Title: Major Changes
Posted on Oct 26, 2026 2:41 PM
User level: Level 10 (105,996 points)Oct 26, 2026 2:45 PM in response to rickpfeifer
It is difficult to determine what change or impact you are referring to. Every year Apple provides their major software updates and compatibility of the apps on your Mac would depend on the developer of that app. For any app you are wondering about, check with the Developer to see if it support the OS before updating.
User level: Level 10 (242,520 points)Oct 26, 2026 2:53 PM in response to rickpfeifer
Not anytime soon.
Some people are reporting some issues with Printer drivers and related software that is not working on Golden Gate, but beyond that, the only expected major change that may impact actual Apps is next year's macOS 28 which is slated to drop support for all Intel based apps, with no Rosetta 2 translation layer to fall back on.
If you have any Intel based Apps, its a good time to start looking for updated versions or replacements.
click here ➜ Using Intel-based apps on a Mac with Apple silicon - Apple Support
Originally posted at discussions.apple.com/thread/256383551