Discover The Exciting Features Of MacOS Sequoia: Release Date, Time, And Compatibility

The next major macOS update, named Sequoia, is just around the bend. Like iOS 18, it is built around “Apple Intelligence” and includes various AI-powered features. Aside from that, it also introduces new features, including enhanced window tiling, iPhone mirroring, and an updated Password app, to mention a few. So, if you’ve been eager to get your hands on macOS 15, keep reading as we discuss the release date and time when the update will be available on your system.

macOS Sequoia Release Date

Apple has officially unveiled that macOS Sequoia will be available starting September 16, 2024, on supported Macs. This announcement has generated a lot of excitement among users eager to experience the new features and improvements.

Apple announced macOS 15 at their Worldwide Developer Conference (WWDC) back in June of this year. The beta for Sequoia is already out and available, so if you can’t wait till the official release, then you can use our guide to install the macOS Sequoia beta on your Mac.

macOS Sequoia Release Time

Here’s the macOS Sequoia release time in different regions as per the respective time zones. Please note that unless stated otherwise, all the mentioned timings are for Monday, 16th September 2024.

• Alaska: 09:00 a.m. AKDT
• Australia (Northern Territory): 02:30 a.m. ACST (Tuesday, 17 September)
• Australia: 3:00 a.m. AEST (Tuesday, 17 September)
• Belgium: 07:00 p.m. CEST
• Brazil: 02:00 p.m. BRT
• Canada: 1:00 p.m. EDT
• China: 1:00 a.m CST (Tuesday, 17 September)
• France: 07:00 p.m. PDT
• Germany: 07:00 p.m. CEST
• India: 10:30 p.m. IST
• Japan: 2:00 a.m. (Tuesday, 17 September)
• Russia: 8:00 p.m. MSK
• Singapore: 01:00 a.m. GST (Tuesday, 17 September)
• South Africa: 07:00 p.m. SAST
• United Arab Emirates: 9:00 p.m. GST
• United Kingdom: 06:30 p.m. BST
• United States: 10:00 a.m. PST

macOS 15 Compatible Devices

We already know that you can’t wait to experience all the new features and goodies Sequoia has in store for us on your Mac, but before you get too excited, why not check out whether your system is eligible to receive the update?

Starting with the MacBooks, all the laptops, from MacBook Pro 2018 to the recent MacBook Air M3 2024 will get the macOS 15 update. As for the Macs and Mac Mini, if you have an iMac Pro 2017 or above then you can be rest assured that your device will receive the update. Here are all 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 we have to do is wait till the release date to try out the latest iteration of the macOS. Apple always has something fun in store for us every year, but this time is different because of Apple Intelligence. We have already taken a look at some of these features in action, but I can’t wait to try out everything that the next update has to offer. What about you, are you excited about macOS Sequoia? Let us know in the comments.