The programs listed on MacInTouch have been released – or promised – in “Universal Binary” versions compatible with both PowerPC- and Intel-based Macintosh computers, or in specific Intel Mac versions. More products are being released in Mac Intel-compatible versions on a regular basis, so MacInTouch expects updates to the list to be frequent.
Note that Mac OS X programs that are only available in original, PowerPC versions may, or may not, run on an Intel-based Mac using the Rosetta emulator. No program designed for Mac OS 9 and earlier (a.k.a. “Classic” programs) will run on Intel-based Macs; don’t buy an Intel Mac if you have a requirement for these programs (unless someone, as yet unknown, develops a compatibility mechanism in the future). Other likely trouble spots are plug-ins, peripheral drivers, low-level network programs, security software (e.g. VPN clients) and other programs that interact closely with hardware (e.g. video and audio interfaces).
Full list here.
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Surprising that Alias Maya is not on the list or did I miss something?
I still use the Classic versions of Illustrator 8 and Acrobat 4 (and I own newer versions: Adobe this is a HINT about bloat).
the list is a total waste.
why in the world would they list by software company name, rather than by program name. especially since some companies have obscure names.
ugh!
I wonder since Alias has been acquired by Autodeck if MAC users will once again be left in the dark.
A list of programs promised means very ‘little’ (MW) without the estimated release dates.
my god, i hope they continue releasing maya for mac or i might be forced (unwillingly) to jump ship 🙁 bugger, pray for me!
I did not see Windows XP on the list.
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“the list is a total waste.
why in the world would they list by software company name, rather than by program name. especially since some companies have obscure names.
ugh!” – typhoon
Ummm, don’t you notice that under each company’s name there is a sublist of the company’s application(s) released/to be released in Universal Binaries? If you need to find a specific app, use the Command-F combo on your browser.
I hope Autodesk makes 3D Studios for mac…:]
Yep, me too: if Alias/Autodesk stops making Maya for the Macs (and the whole Intel transition might just give them an excuse–arg!), life will pretty much suck for those in my industry … 🙁
Mac OS X programs that are only available in original, PowerPC versions may, or may not, run on an Intel-based Mac using the Rosetta emulator. No program designed for Mac OS 9 and earlier (a.k.a. “Classic” programs) will run on Intel-based Macs….
I just had to kiss my dual 2.5 when I read this.