Mac users with ultrawide monitors are finally getting a feature they’ve wanted for years.
With macOS 27 Golden Gate, Apple is adding proper native support for ultrawide displays. This includes higher resolutions and automatic restoration of display layouts.
The headline upgrade is support for ultrawide monitors running at up to 5K resolution and 120Hz refresh rates. That should be particularly welcome for anyone using large 21:9 displays for multitasking, creative work or gaming. Previously, versions of macOS often felt less accommodating than Windows.
Just as useful is a smaller quality-of-life improvement. macOS 27 will now remember exactly how external displays were arranged when they were disconnected. Plug the monitor back in and your layout returns as you left it. That means you no longer have to rearrange your windows and displays every time you dock your MacBook.
It’s a change that addresses a longstanding frustration for ultrawide users. While Macs have supported these displays for years, native resolution options haven’t always been ideal. In addition, display configurations could be inconsistent between connections.
The update makes particular sense given Apple’s growing interest in ultrawide formats. Last year, visionOS 2.2 added ultrawide virtual display support for Apple Vision Pro. Meanwhile, tvOS 18.2 introduced ultrawide monitor compatibility for Apple TV 4K. macOS 27 now brings that same attention to traditional desktop setups.
Although Apple doesn’t sell an ultrawide display of its own, the category has become increasingly popular. Modern ultrawide monitors typically range from 29 to 49 inches. They offer resolutions such as 3440 x 1440 or 5120 x 2160, making them attractive alternatives to multi-monitor setups.
For many users, this won’t be the flashiest new feature in macOS 27. But for anyone working from a large ultrawide display every day, it could end up being one of the most appreciated.
macOS 27 Golden Gate is currently available in developer beta and is expected to launch publicly this autumn. Apple will only offer the update on Apple Silicon-powered Macs, meaning Intel-based models won’t make the jump.
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