In line with a number of rumours, Apple has today announced that it will start using ARM processors in Macs soon. Apple CEO Tim Cook made the announcement, calling it a ‘historic day for the Mac’.
Rosetta 2
One is outrightly partnering with companies like Microsoft and Adobe to bring their apps over to ARM based Macs. However, the company also announced Rosetta 2. Apple previously used Rosetta when the Mac transitioned from PowerPC to Intel. This time, it’s supposed to be faster as well. Rosetta 2 will automatically translate apps to work with ARM based Macs. So, most apps will just work, says Apple.
Apple also announced a Quick Start program for developers. This program will help developers get their apps ready for the ARM transition on time. The program will provide developers with documentation, sample code, and access to hands-on labs around the world. Moreover, developers can also get a Developer Transition Kit that consists of a Mac Mini with an A12Z chipset, 16GB RAM, and a 512GB SSD. The DTK will run macOS Big Sur developer beta, so developers can get started right away.
