The next major macOS update, called Sequoia, is right around the corner. Similar to iOS 18, it centers on “Apple Intelligence” and introduces several AI-powered features. In addition, macOS 15 brings new functionalities such as improved window tiling, iPhone mirroring, and an upgraded Password app, among others. If you’re excited to try macOS 15, continue reading as we dive into the release date and time when the update will be available for your system.
macOS Sequoia Release Date
Apple has officially announced that macOS Sequoia will be released on September 16, 2024, for supported Macs.
Apple announced macOS 15 during the Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) in June this year. The macOS Sequoia beta is already available, so if you’re eager to try it before the official release, you can follow our guide to install the macOS Sequoia beta on your Mac.
macOS Sequoia Release Time
Here are the release times for macOS Sequoia across various regions, based on their respective time zones. Please note that all mentioned timings are for Monday, September 16, 2024, unless otherwise specified.
- Alaska: 09:00 a.m. AKDT
- Australia (Northern Territory): 02:30 a.m. ACST (Tuesday, September 17)
- Australia (Eastern): 03:00 a.m. AEST (Tuesday, September 17)
- Belgium: 07:00 p.m. CEST
- Brazil: 02:00 p.m. BRT
- Canada (Eastern): 01:00 p.m. EDT
- China: 01:00 a.m. CST (Tuesday, September 17)
- France: 07:00 p.m. CEST
- Germany: 07:00 p.m. CEST
- India: 10:30 p.m. IST
- Japan: 02:00 a.m. JST (Tuesday, September 17)
- Russia: 08:00 p.m. MSK
- Singapore: 01:00 a.m. SGT (Tuesday, September 17)
- South Africa: 07:00 p.m. SAST
- United Arab Emirates: 09:00 p.m. GST
- United Kingdom: 06:30 p.m. BST
- United States (Pacific): 10:00 a.m. PST
macOS 15 Compatible Devices
We know you’re excited to explore all the new features Sequoia brings to your Mac, but before diving in, it’s a good idea to confirm if your system is eligible for the update.
For MacBooks, all models from the MacBook Pro 2018 through the latest MacBook Air M3 2024 will be eligible for the macOS 15 update. For desktop devices like Macs and Mac Minis, any iMac Pro 2017 or newer will be supported. Here’s a full list of macOS Sonoma-supported devices:
- 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
Now, all that’s left is to wait for the release date to experience the latest macOS. Apple always surprises us with exciting new features each year, but this time feels special with the introduction of Apple Intelligence. We’ve already glimpsed some of these features in action, but I can’t wait to explore everything the next update has to offer. How about you, are you thrilled for macOS Sequoia? Let us know in the comments!
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