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Open-source tool lets Mac users delete Apple Intelligence models

A new open-source command-line tool, RemoveMacAI, has been released to help Mac users disable Apple Intelligence features on macOS 27 and delete their downloaded AI models. The tool uses configuration profiles and Apple's own asset management system to remove models—freeing up about 10 to 14GB of storage—without requiring changes to protected system files. Users can remove selected features or all of Apple Intelligence, and the process is reversible.

Why it mattersMac users concerned about storage or privacy now have a way to control the presence of Apple's AI components, after Apple removed the simple option to fully disable these features. The tool demonstrates demand for more granular control over integrated AI in mainstream operating systems.

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MacRumorsMac Users Reclaim Storage With New Apple Intelligence Removal Tool11:12 AM →AppleInsiderHeadline onlyDumb down your Mac: Save 12GB by removing Apple Intelligence12:40 PM →Ars TechnicaCommand-line tool quickly removes Apple Intelligence from macOS 277:14 PM →The RegisterHeadline onlyGet rid of Apple's AI bloatware and reclaim 12 GB of storage with this open source tool7:24 PM →9to5MacThis tool frees up Apple Intelligence storage on macOS, but think twice before using it10:55 PM →

How it unfolded

  • MacRumors Mac Users Reclaim Storage With New Apple Intelligence Removal Tool
  • AppleInsider Dumb down your Mac: Save 12GB by removing Apple Intelligence
  • Ars Technica Command-line tool quickly removes Apple Intelligence from macOS 27
  • The Register Get rid of Apple's AI bloatware and reclaim 12 GB of storage with this open source tool
  • 9to5Mac This tool frees up Apple Intelligence storage on macOS, but think twice before using it

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