Upgrade to macOS Big Sur
Before installing this upgrade, make sure that your Mac is ready.
Check compatibility
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macOS Big Sur supports most Mac models introduced in 2013 and later.
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- MacOS 11 Big Sur. MacOS v11 (codename Big Sur) is the latest version of the operating system for.
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Make a backup
Before you upgrade, make a complete backup with Time Machine, or store your files in iCloud.
Learn how to back up your MacFree up space
If the installer needs more storage space to upgrade, you can free up space using tools that come with your Mac.
Free up storage spaceDownload macOS Big Sur
If you're using macOS Mojave or later, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Software Update. If you're using an earlier macOS, use the App Store instead.
Learn how to download and install macOS Big SurGo to the App StoreThe Price Of A Life Mac Os Catalina
Get to know macOS Big Sur
Learn about some of the new features of macOS Big Sur.
Control Center
Control Center brings favorite controls such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Do Not Disturb, and Sound together in a single place—so you can easily adjust them at any time.
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Safari
If the installer needs more storage space to upgrade, you can free up space using tools that come with your Mac.
Free up storage spaceDownload macOS Big Sur
If you're using macOS Mojave or later, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Software Update. If you're using an earlier macOS, use the App Store instead.
Learn how to download and install macOS Big SurGo to the App StoreThe Price Of A Life Mac Os Catalina
Get to know macOS Big Sur
Learn about some of the new features of macOS Big Sur.
Control Center
Control Center brings favorite controls such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Do Not Disturb, and Sound together in a single place—so you can easily adjust them at any time.
Use Control CenterNotification Center
Notification Center puts notifications and>
Safari
Customize your start page, navigate with ease using the new tab bar, and access a new privacy report to see just how Safari protects your privacy as you browse.
Get to know SafariMaps
Discover great places around the world and navigate easier with guides, cycling directions, indoor maps, Look Around, electric vehicle routing, and more.
Messages
Send messages to friends and family using new tools that make it easier to keep track of group conversations and give you fun, engaging ways to express yourself.
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Use the expanded editing capabilities in Photos to easily make simple changes and more advanced adjustments to your photos.
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Once Apple releases a new major operating system version via the App Store, there will be no further point release upgrades to the prior operating system release. Apple will release security updates for the prior two operating system releases, and this may include Safari browser updates — so effectively a three version sliding window. They frequently make the last release of the prior operating system in that window — as the criterion for receiving these updates, so staying current is important.
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