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why don't I have to update my MacBook Air to 15.6.1 like I did on my phone update?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 12.5

Posted on Aug 26, 2022 11:25 AM

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Posted on Aug 26, 2022 11:27 AM

Because iOS 15.6.1 is the operating system for iPhones, iPads and iPod Touch. The Mac uses Mac OS, the most recent being 12.5.1.

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stedman1

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Aug 26, 2022 11:27 AM in response to alexan2022

Because iOS 15.6.1 is the operating system for iPhones, iPads and iPod Touch. The Mac uses Mac OS, the most recent being 12.5.1.

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Aug 26, 2022 11:28 AM in response to stedman1

thank you for taking the time to explain that to me.

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stedman1

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Aug 26, 2022 11:36 AM in response to alexan2022

You are welcome.

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