Upcoming Operating System Update: macOS Golden Gate (27)
Users will be able to upgrade their Texas State-owned Mac computers to macOS Golden Gate (27) beginning Wednesday, November 13, 2026. It is recommended to backup your data prior to installing. The upgrade will be available in System Settings > General > Software Update.
About macOS Tahoe (26)
Apple's macOS Tahoe is the company's latest Operating System
- Available to: Faculty, Staff, Student Employees
- Where to use: Texas State Mac computers, Open Computer Labs
- Cost: Free
Get Tahoe
Texas State University supports the three most recent major versions of Apple’s macOS; currently, macOS Tahoe (26), macOS Sequoia (15), and macOS Sonoma (14). You will need to upgrade to a supported macOS to continue securing your computer data and receiving updates.
Learn how to determine if your Mac needs to be upgraded and how to do so.
How to Get Tahoe
New Computer Orders
All new Texas State standard Mac computer orders automatically come with Tahoe.
Existing Texas State-owned Computers
Tahoe is available to Texas State-owned Mac computers through ITAC's re-image services.
Texas State-owned Mac computers managed by Jamf can install Tahoe via Settings > General > Software Update.
NOTE: Do not upgrade a Texas State-owned Mac computer to using a personal Apple Account (Apple ID).