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Plain-English guides for people moving from Windows to Mac. Each one is tested, dated and updated when macOS changes.

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Nov 3, 2026

macOS Versions in Order: Every Release From Big Sur to Golden Gate

Every macOS release from Big Sur 11 to macOS 27 Golden Gate in order, with release dates, the latest version of each, and which Macs Apple says can run it. Verified against Apple Support on November 3, 2026.

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Nov 3, 2026

Can My Mac Run macOS 27 Golden Gate? Apple's Full List, Model by Model

Apple's full macOS 27 Golden Gate compatibility list, model by model, and the four Intel Macs that run macOS 26 Tahoe but not macOS 27. Verified against Apple Support on November 3, 2026.

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