Apple’s highly anticipated WWDC event is just around the corner, and excitement is building as the company is expected to unveil a slew of next-generation software updates. While many are eagerly awaiting these enhancements, not all Mac models will be compatible with the new macOS 26 update. Recent insights suggest that one of the final Intel-based MacBook Pro models from 2020 will miss out on this update.
The upcoming macOS 26 is set to phase out support for several older Intel-based Macs, including the 2020 13-inch MacBook Pro. Rumor has it that Apple may name the update after Lake Tahoe, reflecting a significant redesign and a shift to a year-based naming convention. Beyond the new branding, macOS 26 promises a host of productivity enhancements and visionOS-inspired design elements featuring glass-like effects.
A well-informed source has revealed that the 2020 13-inch MacBook Pro with two Thunderbolt ports will not support macOS 26. This model relies on an older 8th-generation Intel chip, unlike its four-port counterpart, which uses a 10th-generation Intel chip, even though both versions debuted in the same year. This decision aligns with Apple’s plan to discontinue support for 2018 Macs.
In essence, if you own a 2020 MacBook Pro with dual Thunderbolt ports, a 2018 Mac mini, or a 2017 Mac Pro, you might be left out of the latest macOS update. Be sure to tune in on Monday for Apple’s announcement of macOS 26, alongside iOS 26 and watchOS 26, to stay updated on all the exciting developments.
