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Technology42m ago

Apple's upcoming MacOS 27 Golden Gate will include expanded touch support in Sidecar, allowing users to navigate MacOS via touch using an iPad as a second screen.

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Who
Apple
What
Apple's upcoming MacOS 27 Golden Gate will include expanded touch support in Sidecar, allowing users to navigate MacOS via touch using an iPad as a second screen.
When
Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:37:00 GMT · 42m ago
Where
Global ·
Why
This expansion allows users to experience navigating MacOS via touch, potentially answering whether they desire a touchscreen MacBook before one is released.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This new feature in MacOS 27 Golden Gate enables current Mac and iPad users to simulate a touchscreen MacBook experience, potentially guiding future purchase decisions and influencing the demand for touch-enabled Macs. It could also set a precedent for future OS design, gradually making MacOS more accommodating to touch interactions.

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  1. Currently Reading42m ago
    Apple's upcoming MacOS 27 Golden Gate will include expanded touch support in Sidecar, allowing users to navigate MacOS via touch using an iPad as a second screen.
  2. Technology1h 14m ago
    Apple showcased new iOS 27 features at WWDC, many of which are already available on Android devices, particularly those with Google's Gemini.
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  3. Technology2h 34m ago
    Apple is expected to release at least 15 more products later this year, including a foldable iPhone Ultra and an all-new smart home hub, following the beta arrival of the more intelligent Siri.
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