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Apple Intelligence Taking up 30GB+ on Some Macs Running macOS 27
macOS 27 Golden Gate requires a significant storage allocation, with Apple Intelligence utilizing over 30GB on some Macs. The update mandates the installation of a large AI model, which cannot be bypassed, impacting users' storage options. Devices with M3 chips or later need at least 12GB of unified memory for optimal performance.
Why it matters
This matter to mobile users as it reflects a growing trend of integrated AI features that impact storage and device performance, potentially limiting functionality on devices with lower specifications.
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