RemoveMacAI lets macOS 27 users disable Apple Intelligence
The tool gives macOS 27 users an off switch that Golden Gate does not include, and it can be reversed later.
A new command-line utility called RemoveMacAI lets macOS 27 users disable Apple Intelligence again, addressing the lack of a built-in off switch in Golden Gate. The tool is aimed at people who want to remove AI features they do not use and reclaim disk space, with the project page saying the change is fully reversible. Its creator, Om Lahore on GitHub, says the Apple Intelligence models use about 12GB, although the installed models can exceed 30GB. That makes the release relevant for Mac admins and developers who need tighter control over feature rollout and local storage usage.
Why it matters
For people who do not want Apple Intelligence running on their Macs, RemoveMacAI changes a no-off-switch setup into one they can undo if needed. It also gives them a way to free storage tied to the installed models, which its creator says take about 12GB and can exceed 30GB.
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Sources
- Ars Technica