What Happened
Developer Pete Goldsmith discovered that in the new fm utility for macOS 27, users cannot launch Apple's cloud models via scripts. This means that automation is now limited to local neural networks that run directly on the computer.
Why This Matters
The restriction on using cloud models could significantly affect developers who relied on the more powerful computational resources and capabilities provided by the cloud. Local neural networks may not always deliver the same performance and flexibility as cloud solutions, which could slow down the development and implementation of new features in applications.
Context
Cloud technologies are becoming increasingly popular among developers due to their ability to handle large volumes of data and provide access to powerful resources without the need to set up and maintain their own servers. Apple, like many other companies, is actively developing its cloud technologies; however, macOS users now face new limitations.
What This Means
For developers, this means they will need to rethink their approaches to automation and possibly adapt their applications to work with local models. This could also lead to a decrease in interest in new features of macOS 27 if users do not see real advantages compared to previous versions.
