macOS Sequoia Presents Compatibility Issues

Apple released a new version of macOS earlier this month. Dubbed “Sequoia,” it touts a variety of user interface and networking improvements (compatibility issues notwithstanding) and support for AI-enhanced functionality. But with little improvement to your creative business workflow, updating to a new major version release is likely not advised and would do more harm than good.

Not every Apple computer can run the resource-intensive operating system, and Intel-based models are incompatible with Apple Intelligence. As macOS Sequoia was only recently released, be sure to first confirm with your IT teams if you should be upgrading at this time. Then check to make sure your computer is on this list:

  • MacBook Air M3 2024

  • MacBook Air M2 2023

  • MacBook Air M2 2022

  • MacBook Air M1 2020

  • MacBook Air Retina 2020

  • MacBook Pro M3/Pro/Max 2023

  • MacBook Pro M2 Pro 2023

  • MacBook Pro M2 2022

  • MacBook Pro M1 Pro/Max 2021

  • MacBook Pro M1 2020

  • MacBook Pro 2020

  • MacBook Pro 2019

  • MacBook Pro 2018

  • Mac Pro M2 Ultra 2023

  • Mac Pro 2019

  • iMac M3 2023

  • iMac M1 2021

  • iMac 2020

  • iMac 2019

  • iMac Pro 2017

  • Mac mini M2/Pro 2023

  • Mac mini M1 2020

  • Mac mini 2018

  • Mac Studio M2 Max/Ultra 2023

  • Mac Studio M1 Max/Ultra 2022

Wondering if you should upgrade or hold off for the time being? Not sure if your hardware is compatible with Sequoia? Require assistance ensuring your system is backed up before updating? Nodal can help! Contact us today.