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Apple Intelligence Drops M1 Macs: What's Going On?

Apple Intelligence, the tech giant's new AI-powered feature, is making waves—but not always for the right reasons. Recently, Apple's official website updated its device compatibility page, listing only "M2 or later" Macs as eligible for the feature. This change left many M1 Mac owners scratching their heads, especially since previous requirements included "M1 and later" models. Was this a mistake, or is there more to the story? Let’s dive in to clarify the confusion.

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What’s the M1 Mac Compatibility Issue?

Apple's website now says that Apple Intelligence is only supported on "M2 or later" Macs. However, this change is limited to the U.S. version of the page, while regional pages (like those in the UK and Canada) still list M1 Macs as compatible. Confusion ensued after Apple updated the page on November 10, replacing "M1 or later" with "M2 or later." It's unclear whether this was intentional or a simple oversight, especially since Apple never released an M2 iMac.

Why Did Apple Make This Error?

The most likely explanation is a mistake during a recent update. Apple's updates for the Apple Vision Pro, which uses an M5 chip, may have inadvertently altered the Mac compatibility list as well. This could have led to the drop of M1 Macs from the official list, despite the hardware being capable of supporting Apple Intelligence. The discrepancy between the U.S. site and other regional sites further suggests that this is an unintentional error that’s yet to be fixed.

What Should M1 Mac Users Do Now?

If you own an M1 Mac, don’t panic just yet. Apple’s official support page, dated November 10, still lists "Mac with M1 or later" as a requirement for Apple Intelligence. This indicates that M1 Macs should still be compatible, and the issue is likely limited to a website glitch rather than a real change in device support. Until the site is updated, M1 users can rest assured that their devices are likely still supported.

Will This Issue Be Fixed?

Yes, it’s highly probable. Apple is known for making rapid corrections to website errors, especially those that cause customer confusion. Until the official website reflects the correct information, users can check Apple’s support pages for updates. As always, Apple will likely address the error in an upcoming update or statement.