macOS: Support Ending for Intel-based apps
If you're seeing a "Support Ending for Intel-based Apps" message on your Apple silicon Mac, you may be wondering if it affects Swann Security or Swann Security VMX. The current macOS versions of these applications rely on Rosetta, Apple's technology that allows Intel-based apps to run on Apple silicon Macs.
Apple plans to end general support for Rosetta in a future macOS release. To continue remote viewing on an Apple silicon Mac, we recommend switching to the Swann Security iOS app, which runs natively on supported Macs.
Things to Know
- This notification only applies to Apple silicon Macs (M1, M2, M3, M4, and newer).
- The current Swann Security and Swann Security VMX macOS applications are Intel-based.
- Apple has announced that Rosetta will remain available through macOS 27, with general support ending in a future macOS release.
- If you have an Apple silicon Mac, you can install the Swann Security iOS app and continue using it for remote viewing.
- The Swann Security iOS app has been tested on an M2 Mac and provides an experience similar to using it on an iPad.
FAQs
Why am I seeing "Support Ending for Intel-based Apps" on my Mac?
Short answer: Apple is notifying you that one or more apps on your Mac depend on Rosetta, which is planned to be removed in a future macOS release.
Rosetta was introduced to help Intel-based applications run on Apple silicon Macs during Apple's hardware transition. As Apple completes that transition, future macOS versions will no longer provide Rosetta for most applications. This means affected Intel-based apps will eventually stop working unless a compatible Apple silicon version is available.
Source: https://support.apple.com/en-us/102527?cid=mc-ols-rosetta-article_102527-macos_finder-52526201
Does this affect Swann Security and Swann Security VMX?
Yes, if you're using the current macOS versions of these applications on an Apple silicon Mac.
The existing Swann Security and Swann Security VMX Mac applications are Intel-based and rely on Rosetta. They will continue working while your version of macOS supports Rosetta, but they may no longer launch after upgrading to a future macOS version that removes general Rosetta support.
How can I continue using Swann Security on my Mac?
The recommended solution is to install the Swann Security iOS app.
If you're using an Apple silicon (M-series) Mac, we recommend installing the Swann Security iOS app. It provides remote viewing, playback, notifications, and other core features.
For installation instruction, see the Swann Security iOS app installation guide
What if I have an Intel Mac?
This Apple notification does not apply to Intel-based Macs.
If your Mac has an Intel processor, you won't see this Rosetta-related notification because Rosetta is only used on Apple silicon Macs. You can continue using the current macOS application as long as it is supported by your version of macOS.
Why It Matters
Apple's notification is intended to help users prepare before upgrading to a future version of macOS. Knowing about this change now gives you time to switch to the Swann Security iOS app, helping you avoid interruptions to remote viewing.
Related Scenarios or Questions
How do I install the Swann Security iOS app on an Apple silicon Mac?
For installation instruction, see the Swann Security iOS app installation guide
How do I know if my Mac uses Apple silicon or Intel?
Open Apple menu > About This Mac. The Chip or Processor field will show whether your Mac uses Apple silicon or Intel.
Will this affect my cameras, recorder, or recordings?
No. This change only affects the Intel-based macOS applications used for remote viewing. Your Swann devices and recordings are not affected.
Can I keep using the Intel-based Swann Security app?
Yes, while your version of macOS continues to support Rosetta. After upgrading to a future macOS release that removes general Rosetta support, you'll need to use a compatible alternative, such as the Swann Security iOS app on Apple silicon Macs.
Summary & Next Steps
The "Support Ending for Intel-based Apps" notification is part of Apple's transition away from Rosetta on Apple silicon Macs. If you use the Intel-based versions of Swann Security or Swann Security VMX, plan to switch to the Swann Security iOS app before upgrading to a future macOS release that no longer supports Rosetta.
To use Swann Security iOS app on Mac, see the Swann Security iOS app installation guide