# Java proposes deprecating macOS/x64 port for removal

The OpenJDK project has published JEP 541, which proposes to deprecate the macOS/x64 port, signaling that future Java versions may remove support for Intel-based Macs. This affects developers using Java on Intel Macs, as they would need to transition to Apple Silicon or alternative platforms. The change reflects the industry shift toward ARM-based Macs.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Technology
- [Hacker News](https://openjdk.org/jeps/541) — Fri, 24 Jul 2026 16:52:33 +0000