Apple will end new macOS updates for Intel-based Macs after macOS 26 Tahoe, marking the final chapter for Intel chip support. While this was expected given the shift to Apple Silicon, Apple is providing two years of security updates post-Tahoe's release. This approach mirrors Apple's long-standing, albeit unannounced, security update policy. Data analysis across PowerPC and Intel Macs reveals Apple's support strategies throughout its history, offering insights into future support for Apple Silicon Macs.

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