Apple today released macOS 15 Sequoia, the latest version of the operating system designed to run on Macs. macOS Sequoia is a free update that can be downloaded on the 2018 and later MacBook Pro, 2020 and later MacBook Air, 2018 and later Mac mini, all Mac Studio models, 2019 and later iMac, and iMac Pro.
Mac users can download the macOS Sequoia update using the Software Update section of System Settings. While you're installing macOS Sequoia, take a look at our macOS Sequoia roundup to get an in-depth overview of all the new features. Apple has also released macOS 13.7 and 14.7 updates for those who are unable to upgrade to Sequoia.
macOS Sequoia features iPhone Mirroring, which lets you control and monitor your iPhone right from your Mac. You can use your iPhone's apps and receive your iPhone's notifications even when your iPhone is hidden and locked somewhere.
Window tiling has been improved to make it easier to arrange multiple windows on your Mac's display, and there are new keyboard and menu shortcuts for arranging your windows. In Safari, Highlights will now show you the information you want most from websites, and there's a new Viewer mode for watching videos without distractions.
The Messages app supports new text effects, scheduling, and tapbacks with any emoji, while the Notes app has Math Notes integration to automatically solve equations. Apple Maps supports hiking trails and lets you create your own custom routes, there are new features for AirPods Pro 2, and Apple has added a dedicated Passwords app to manage your iCloud passwords and logins.
Apple Intelligence features like Writing Tools, Image Playground, Zenmoji, and more are coming to macOS Sequoia, but these updates are not included in the first release of the new software and will be rolled out later this year. Apple's full release notes for macOS 15 Sequoia are below.
macOS Sequoia introduces new features to help you be more productive and creative on Mac. With the latest Continuity feature, iPhone Mirroring, you can access your entire iPhone on Mac. It’s easy to tile windows to quickly create your ideal workspace, and you can even see what you’re about to share while presenting with Presenter Overlay. A big update to Safari includes Distraction Control, Highlights, and a redesigned Reader, making it easier to get things done while browsing the web. macOS Sequoia also brings text effects and emoji tapbacks to Messages, math notes to Calculator, the ability to plan hikes in Maps, and more.
iPhone Mirroring
– iPhone Mirroring lets you access and control your iPhone on a Mac, giving you a convenient way to browse your home screen, launch iPhone apps, and interact with them on a Mac
– Keyboard and trackpad support enables you to type and use multi-touch gestures to swipe through apps on your home screen, pinch to zoom, and scroll through apps
– iPhone Notifications on Mac lets you view and act on notifications from your iPhone right on your Mac
Easy to tile a window
– Improvements to tiled windows make it easier to arrange windows next to each other or in corners on the desktop by dragging them to the edge of the screen
– Windows can be arranged into tiled positions even faster using keyboard and menu shortcuts
Safari
– Distraction Control helps you hide objects on the webpage that interfere with your browsing
– Highlights key information from the webpage you're viewing with a summary, location and more
– The redesigned Reader offers even more ways to enjoy articles with a streamlined view of the article you're reading, summaries, and a table of contents for longer articles
– The viewer lets you watch the video without any distractions, and the video automatically goes into picture-in-picture when you click away from the page
Passwords
– The Passwords app lets you see all your credentials for websites and apps in one place, making it even easier to access your passwords, passkeys, Wi-Fi passwords and verification codes
– Verification codes can be set directly in passwords so you can easily copy them or auto-fill them in Safari without opening the app
– Secure syncing ensures that your accounts saved in passwords are seamlessly synced with iCloud with end-to-end encryption so you can access them on your other devices
– Windows support via the iCloud Passwords app so you can access your passwords on Windows devices
Video Conferencing
– Presenter overlay lets you preview your screen before sharing it in a video call
– Play Preview gives you a preview of where your content and presenter notes will be when you click play in Keynote
– Background replacement allows you to upload your own photo or choose from several built-in options to use as your video call background
Messages
– Text effects bring your conversations to life by visually enhancing any letter, word, phrase, or emoji in iMessage with dynamic, animated effects like explosions, waves, and head shakes
– Text formatting lets you add bold, underline, italics, and strikethrough to any letter, word, or phrase in iMessage
– Emoji & Sticker Tapbacks let you react to a message using any emoji or sticker, giving you access to the Tapbacks you and your friends send the most with just one swipe
– Send Later feature lets you compose a message now and schedule it to send later
Maps
– Topographic maps display features such as trails, contour lines, elevations, and points of interest
– Hikes are available in all US National Parks and can be saved to your device for use even when you're offline
– Custom walking and hiking routes can be created for walks in the park, regular exercise routines in your neighborhood, hikes during vacation, and more
– Location Library combines all your saved locations, guides and hiking routes in one place for easy access
Notes
– Audio recordings can be started from within a note, and placed alongside related comments, checklists and documents
– Live transcriptions appear while you record audio, and transcripts are fully searchable so you can always find what you need
– Math in Notes lets you enter expressions into your notes to solve them instantly
– Collapsible sections help you simplify and hide text in long notes; just click next to the section header to lighten your most text-heavy notes
– Highlighting text in your note with a choice of five colors lets you make your text stand out
Photos
– Collections automatically organize your library by useful topics in the sidebar, like days, trips, people and pets, and featured photos
– People and Pets groups include photos of your favorite people or pets that often appear together
– Video speed control lets you slow down high frame rate video content with in and out points
– Utilities include additional useful collections such as documents, receipts, and more, and items you've recently edited, viewed, and shared
– Recover Album in Utilities displays images that are on your device, but were not previously visible due to database corruption in the locked album
Apple TV app
– Subtitles appear automatically at the right time, such as when the language of the content doesn't match the language on your device, when you mute the audio, or when you rewind a show
AirPods
– Hands-free Siri interaction lets you respond to Siri announcements with AirPods by simply nodding your head 'yes' or shaking your head 'no.'
– Voice isolation on AirPods Pro delivers clear call quality for the people you're talking to, even in windy conditions or places with loud background noise
– Personalized spatial audio for gaming with AirPods puts you in the middle of the action, immersive in what surrounds you, combined with a new API for developers that makes it easier than ever to enable
This release also includes other features and improvements:
– Updated basic and scientific calculators in the Calculator app can now solve expressions, convert units, and access a history of previous calculations
– Reminders in Calendar lets you create, view, edit, and complete reminders alongside your meetings and appointments
– A list of recently deleted reminders in Reminders lets you view and retrieve deleted reminders
– Views in Freeform allow you to organize your content into sections, then save, label, and sort them as you wish
– The temperature in the Weather app is prominently displayed next to the actual temperature even when they differ significantly
– Guest access in the Home app lets you grant visitors date and time-based access to locks, garage doors, and alarm systems
– Electricity usage and rate plan information is displayed in the Home app for eligible customers when they link their utility account, starting with Pacific Gas & Electric Company in California
– Accessibility Vocal Shortcuts help people with severely aberrant speech record custom utterances that trigger specific actions on the Mac
Some features may not be available in all regions or on all Apple devices.
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