OfficialSep 1, 2026
Upcoming changes to Rosetta support for Intel-based macOS apps
In 2020, we introduced Apple silicon for Mac computers, providing Rosetta as a translation layer during the transition period. As announced at WWDC last year, we’re now concluding this transition.
What changed
In 2020, we introduced Apple silicon for Mac computers, providing Rosetta as a translation layer during the transition period. As announced at WWDC last year, we’re now concluding this transition.
Why it matters for App Store teams
It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.
Recommended follow-up
- Read Apple's original “Upcoming changes to Rosetta support for Intel-based macOS apps” announcement and record the affected platforms, storefronts and any effective date.
- It provides official context for teams monitoring Apple platform and App Store operational changes.
- Assign an owner, record the baseline and verify the affected flow. Treat subsequent ranking or rating changes as observations, not proof that this announcement caused them.