Mac updates: M3 performance gains, including raytracing, shading

As expected, Apple unveiled the M3 generation of Apple Silicon last night. There are performance enhancements across the board, with features like raytracing and video performance being the major standouts. But as always, you may want to take your time, particularly with OS updates, and consider whether a refurb is your best value.

Now that Ableton Live is Apple Silicon-native, will your plug-ins and tools still work?

Ableton Live 11.1 beta means a native version of the host that can take full advantage of the hardware inside the latest Macs. But what about VST, AU, Max for Live, and other content – especially if it was built for Intel? Here’s what works, what doesn’t, and how to retain compatibility.

Peter Kirn - September 29, 2021

Roland’s plug-ins are now Apple Silicon native, from 808 to JUPITER-8

Roland’s full stable of Roland Cloud plug-ins now has Apple Silicon support – a big breakthrough for rounding out your new Mac studio and recreating vintage gear in the box.

Peter Kirn - July 22, 2021

All the Apple Event news: More M1, Podcast Subscriptions, and don’t lose your keys

Peter Kirn - April 20, 2021

Apple ships update it says addresses USB audio issues on recent Macs

Peter Kirn - March 26, 2019

Apple’s latest Macs have a serious audio glitching bug

Peter Kirn - February 18, 2019

Apple announces that they’re not ready to announce new pro hardware

Peter Kirn - April 5, 2017

Why MacBook Pro Users Need Not Worry About the New MacBook

Peter Kirn - March 10, 2015

Hands-on: Universal Audio’s UAD-2 Satellite, a DSP Box for Macs and MacBook Pros

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