Overview
- Apple unexpectedly elevated macOS Sequoia 15.7 to release candidate status for developers on August 5.
- Enrolled developers can opt in to the RC via the Software Update section in System Settings.
- Release notes confirm the update delivers important security fixes and is recommended for all users.
- The rapid jump to a release candidate indicates Apple is prioritizing an urgent, critical vulnerability over its typical beta cadence.
- The public release is expected within the next few days pending developer feedback.