macOS High Sierra (version 10.13) is the next release from Apple Inc. for Macintosh computers. It focuses on improving the functionality introduced in macOS Sierra, including updates for Photos, Safari, etc. This update was announced at WWDC 2017 on June 5, 2017. The release of the release took place on September 25, 2017.
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| Developer | Apple |
| OS family | macOS |
| Based on | Unix |
| Source | Closed (with free components) |
| Latest version | 10.13.6 (July 10, 2018) |
| Update method | Mac App Store |
| Supported Languages | Multilingual |
| Supported Platforms | x64 |
| Kernel type | Hybrid core |
| License | Apple Public Source License Apple eula |
| condition | Free update |
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| Web site | support.apple.com/macos/... |
Content
- 1 Description
- 2 Supported computers [2]
- 3 See also
- 4 notes
- 5 Links
Description
A new version of the operating system was introduced in June 2017, and was called High Sierra. A full launch of macOS High Sierra will take place in the fall as part of a free update through the Mac App Store. In the new version of the OS, the Apple file system ( APFS ) was significantly upgraded; the data security system was strengthened in case of power outages or system failures, and a new built-in data encryption technology was added to protect information. Also, there is a built-in support system for HEVC video format (H.265) , there is an API for Metal 2 - a technology that supports machine learning capabilities used in speech recognition, computer vision and other areas.
An important innovation is the technology for supporting virtual reality; The Intelligent Tracking Prevention function, based on artificial intelligence, detects and deletes data by which advertisers track users on the Web. Voice assistant Siri got a more natural and expressive voice.
Apple File System (APFS) is the default file system in macOS High Sierra. Previous versions of the OS came with HFS + .
Introduced Metal 2, Apple's graphics library for Mac and iOS, with virtual reality [1] .
MacOS High Sierra also includes support for H.265 , both in hardware and software. Hardware support is only available on the latest Macintosh.
Supported Computers [2]
- IMac models released late 2009 or later
- MacBook models released late 2009 or later
- MacBook Pro models released in mid-2010 or later
- MacBook Air models released late 2010 or later
- Mac mini models released in mid-2010 or later
- Mac Pro Models Released Mid-2010 or Later
- iMac Pro
There is a workaround for installing macOS High Sierra on some Macs that are no longer supported. [3]
HEVC hardware acceleration requires computers with the sixth generation of Intel processors or newer:
- 27-inch iMacs released late 2015 or later, and 21.5-inch iMacs released mid-2017 or later
- MacBook models released in early 2016 or later
- MacBook Pro models released in mid-2016 or later
- iMac Pro
Support for an external GPU requires the Thunderbolt 3 interface on a Mac:
- MacBook Pro models released late 2016 or later
- IMac mid-2017 or later
- iMac Pro
See also
- macOS
Notes
- β macOS High Sierra brings Metal 2, VR support, and other innovations . 3DNews (June 6, 2017). Date of treatment June 6, 2017.
- β Download macOS High Sierra (Russian) , Apple Support . Date of treatment November 12, 2017.
- β Mistr, Collin macOS High Sierra Patcher Tool for Unsupported Macs . Date of treatment October 14, 2017. Archived October 15, 2017.