Don’t be surprised if your M3 MacBook Pro comes with an outdated OS
Some M3-powered MacBook Pro and iMac devices have been shipped with an outdated operating system, macOS Ventura, instead of macOS Sonoma, causing them to be unable to update to the latest version.
Early adopters have been left frustrated, as they attempt to update their new machines only to find that macOS Ventura 13.5 is listed as the most recent version. The issue has been reported by customers and tech journalists alike.
The problematic situation has been encountered by tech YouTuber Daniel Rotar, who hosts the YouTube channel ZONEofTECH, and other users from around the world, as indicated by a report from 9to5Mac. It has been verified that those Macs shipped with an unreleased build of Rosetta 13.5 build 22G74, indicating that these laptops may have been sitting in a warehouse since July 2023.
This issue raises concerns about Apple’s quality control and inspection process, with customers dismayed at receiving products that are unable to update to the latest operating system. The high cost of these devices only adds to the frustration, with affected users eagerly awaiting a patch to rectify the issue.
As of now, it’s recommended for users to download the Install Assistant for the M3 version of macOS Sonoma 14.1 as a potential remedy. However, it’s crucial for Apple to address this issue promptly, as recurring instances like this could severely impact its reputation.
Customers are hopeful that Apple will prioritize thorough quality control processes for future product releases to prevent similar issues from recurring.
