I have an older MacBookPro (mid2012) I would like to install Catalina. I don't have the know-how to do it. Can I take my computer to an Apple store and have them do it? Will there be a charge ?
You don't have to take your Mac to an Apple Store: Learn how to upgrade to the latest version of macOS.
Be sure to read and follow all the steps.
You don't have to take your Mac to an Apple Store: Learn how to upgrade to the latest version of macOS.
Be sure to read and follow all the steps.
Many Apple Stores are still closed or running on limited hours due to COVID. It may be hard to get that help right now
What OS is the computer currently running?
Are you aware that some older apps will not run under Catalina? It requires 64-bit apps and cannot run older 32-bit apps. Check your "must have" third-party apps. Office 2019 and Office 365 are fully compatible, but Office 2016 must be updated via Microsoft Auto Update BEFORE installing Catalina. Office 2011 and older are not longer supported by Microsoft and cannot work with Catalina.
IF you use Adobe Creative Suite apps, check your versions with Adobe to see if they support Catalina.
Although sometimes incomplete due to a lack of reporting, this third-patry site helps with version compatibility:
I have a MacBook Pro Mid-2012, and it runs great on Catalina.
Have you tried reading this article? It tells you step by step how to update. How to update the software on your Mac - Apple Support
I have an older MacBook Pro (mid2012) I would like to upgrade to mac os Catalina Can I take my computer to an apple store to have it done?
