Apples focus this year was undoubtedly oniOS 17, as the update launched alongside theiPhone 15 line.

When does macOS Sonoma come out?

Apple released macOS Sonoma to compatible Macs on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 1 p.m.

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ET (10 a.m. PT).

If your Mac supports Sonoma, youll find the update available inSystem controls > General > Software Update.

If youre updating from Monterey, youll find the option inSystem Preferences > Software Update.

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it’s possible for you to find a full list of macOS Sonoma-compatible Macsin our guide here.

Websites are now apps

This is big news for a generation that lives on the web.

Using Safari, you’ve got the option to convert any full-fledged website into an app.

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With Sonoma, widgets can be added anywhere on your Macs desktop.

Is this the year of gaming on Mac?

A new Game Mode reduces latency between Bluetooth game controllers and AirPods audio.

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Plus, it gives games more CPU and GPU resources while their running to improve performance.

Theres a new Presenter Overlay feature that seamlessly blends your live video along with your presentation.

Apple is also adding animated video reactions based on your actions.

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Profiles have individual tab groups, account logins, and private tabs that sync between all your devices.

Speaking of private tabs, Apple is waging an all-out war with trackers when youre in private browsing mode.