How to download the MacOS 27 developer beta and check model eligibility
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Summary
Apple announced MacOS 27 "Golden Gate" at WWDC 2026, featuring performance improvements, visual design optimizations, and a redesigned Siri. While the public release is expected this fall alongside new MacBooks, the developer beta is available now for early testing. The article provides guidance on how to download and install the beta, along with eligible Mac models.
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It's mostly centered around performance improvements and visual design optimizations, but the main draw is a redesigned Siri.
Although we have some time to go before Golden Gate is available to the public, you can download the developer beta now and try out the new features as they exist.
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