If you’re still using macOS Big Sur and are a fan of Google’s Chrome web browser, it might be about time to upgrade your operating system.
Google has confirmed that its upcoming Chrome 138 browser update will be the last version to support macOS Big Sur. The company has stated that Chrome 139 and later versions will no longer support macOS 11, which Apple released in November 2020.
Prior to this, Google stated that Chrome would run on Macs running Big Sur up to version 138, but that the browser would display a compatibility warning and be unable to update to newer versions. As of Chrome 139 and beyond, the company has stated that macOS Monterey or later will be required for the browser to install and run.Chrome 139 is set to ship at the end of the month.
To stay up-to-date with the latest browsing standards and to maintain online security, users on Big Sur are advised to update their macOS version (assuming their machine supports Monterey or later) or choose another third-party browser like Firefox that is still receiving updates for their version of macOS.
Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.
Via MacRumors and chromestatus.com