Microsoft Office Apps Now Available for Apple's M1-Powered Macs

In a major move to enhance user experience, Microsoft has announced that its flagship Office apps - Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and OneNote - will now run faster and take full advantage of the performance improvements on new Macs with M1 processors. This means users can enjoy smoother performance and increased productivity on their latest MacBook Air, 13-inch MacBook Pro, and Mac mini devices.

The company has released new versions of many Microsoft 365 for Mac apps that are optimized to run natively on Apple's ARM-powered Macs. These core apps include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote, and Outlook. This update marks a significant milestone in the journey towards making Microsoft Office apps more compatible with Apple's latest technology.

Native Support for M1-Powered Macs

Microsoft has been working closely with Apple to ensure seamless compatibility between its software and the new ARM-powered Macs. The Universal version of Microsoft Office, currently available in Beta, runs on Rosetta 2, while other apps like Pixelmator Pro 2.0 are expected to be released soon.

List of Apps Updated for Universal/Apple Silicon Mac Support

To help users keep track of the latest updates and announcements regarding Mac app support for Apple Silicon, we have created a dedicated forum topic. This list will include:

1. Microsoft Office (Universal version in Beta currently runs on Rosetta 2): Available now

2. Pixelmator Pro 2.0: Expected release date - November 19

Future Updates and Notifications

We invite users to contribute to this ongoing list by replying to this forum topic with any future updates or notifications about Mac apps that offer Universal/Apple Silicon support. This will enable us to maintain a comprehensive list of updated apps, making it easier for visitors to stay informed about the latest developments.

Microsoft's decision to release native versions of its Office apps for Apple's M1-powered Macs is a significant step towards improving user experience and productivity on these devices. With this update, users can expect faster performance and improved compatibility with their favorite Microsoft Office apps. As more apps are updated to support Universal/Apple Silicon technology, we will continue to provide updates and notifications through this dedicated forum topic.

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