Using a MacBook? Apple made a system upgrade that should worry you

The macOS 27 Golden Gate update automatically downloads a massive AI model to Mac computers, with no opt-out option. Users report significant storage loss, often far exceeding Apple's official statements. The article provides instructions for checking the space consumed.

Apple's macOS 27 Golden Gate update automatically downloads a massive AI model to every Mac computer immediately upon first internet connection. Unlike previous versions, this download is mandatory and cannot be canceled. According to Apple's official documents, the AI features require up to 14 GB on powerful computers and up to 8 GB on older models. In practice, users report much higher figures: a Mac Mini with an M4 Pro chip measured nearly 21 GB, a MacBook Air M3 over 22 GB, and a MacBook Air M1 about 14 GB. Social media has accumulated evidence of over 30 GB being consumed. No similar anomalies were recorded on iPhones and iPads. The article provides instructions for checking the stolen storage space through system settings.