What is the current macOS version?
Releases
| Version | Codename | Processor support |
|---|---|---|
| macOS 10.14 | Mojave | 64-bit Intel |
| macOS 10.15 | Catalina | |
| macOS 11 | Big Sur | 64-bit Intel and ARM |
| macOS 12 | Monterey |
How do I upgrade to the latest version of macOS?
Use Software Update to update or upgrade macOS, including built-in apps like Safari.
- From the Apple menu in the corner of your screen, choose System Preferences.
- Click Software Update.
- Click Update Now or Upgrade Now: Update Now installs the latest updates for the currently installed version.
Which is the latest version of Mac OS X?
For all Macs that are compatible with a specifc maximum supported version of Mac OS X — courtesy of EveryMac.com’s Ultimate Mac Sort — click the OS of interest. Systems with “Current” support the latest version of the macOS, macOS Big Sur (macOS 10.16/macOS 11).
What should I do if my Mac is using an earlier version of OS?
If your Mac is using an earlier version of any Mac operating system, you should install the latest Apple software updates, which can include important security updates and updates for the apps that are installed by macOS, such as Safari, Books, Messages, Mail, Music, Calendar, and Photos.
When did Mac OS X Mojave come out?
Since the arrival of the Mac App Store in 2011 (as an update to Snow Leopard) versions of Mac OS X and macOS have been available to download via the Mac App Store. However, that changed slightly with Mojave, which arrived in 2018. Now operating system updates come in via a new Software Updates pane in System Preferences.
What was the last version of macOS before Big Sur?
The version of macOS before Big Sur was Catalina. We have this comparison of Big Sur and Catalina so you can see what’s changed. Download Catalina here. For the latest security update information read about the latest version of Catalina here. Prior to the release of Catalina was macOS 10.14 Mojave. Version 10.14.6 arrived on 26 September 2019.