macOS Big Sur

Doing it all,
in all new ways.

macOS Big Sur elevates the most advanced desktop operating system in the world to a new level of power and beauty. Experience Mac to the fullest with a refined new design. Enjoy the biggest Safari update ever. Discover new features for Maps and Messages. And get even more transparency around your privacy.

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Bold new experience. Same Mac magic.

Unparalleled power. Legendary ease of use. Limitless creativity. macOS Big Sur brings a refined new design that gives you even more of the things you love about Mac.

Streamlined apps

Streamlined apps

From full-height sidebars to refreshed toolbars, a clean new app design makes sure your content is always front and centre.

Refreshed Dock

Refreshed Dock

A sleek design update makes getting to your favourite apps even easier. And a new uniform shape for app icons adds consistency while letting the personality of Mac shine through.

Messages on Mac. The ultimate conversation starter.

Messages on Mac. The ultimate conversation starter.

Keep track of groups. Express yourself instantly. Drill down into the details. The updated Messages app for Mac gives you all the tools you need to stay in control of the conversation.

Notification Centre

Notification Centre

A new design combines notifications and widgets in a single view for more information at a glance. Notifications are now grouped by app, and many are interactive — letting you do things like play new podcast episodes or learn more about Calendar invitations. And redesigned widgets come in three different sizes, so you can create the best view for you.

Redesigned Maps. Better ways to find your way.

Redesigned Maps. Better ways to find your way.

Updated to make the most of your big display, Maps on Mac makes trip planning fast and easy. Powerful new features let you easily research destinations in advance. And new ways to navigate take the guesswork out of getting there.

Control Centre for Mac

Control Centre for Mac

Instantly access the controls you use most — like Wi-Fi and Bluetooth — and new controls to play music and enable Dark Mode for your display. Designed just for Mac, the new Control Centre lets you add controls and drag favourites to the menu bar to customise it just for you.

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