: Officially, macOS Big Sur was retired in September 2023, though Apple has released rare security updates as recently as early 2026 to maintain core services like FaceTime.
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| Issue | Possible Fix | |-------|---------------| | | Boot with -v (verbose) → check error. Try -x safe mode. | | No audio | Use AppleALC + correct layout-id | | Graphics glitches | Disable CSM in BIOS; use WhateverGreen | | USB not working | Map USB ports or enable XHCI handoff | | Kernel panic (KP) | Check ACPI patches, disable unused kexts | : Officially, macOS Big Sur was retired in