Apple Intelligence, introduced with macOS 27, occupies significant disk space through downloaded AI models.
Apple Intelligence, introduced with macOS 27, occupies significant disk space through downloaded AI models. When users disable the feature, the models remain stored on the system, continuing to consume storage. A developer tool called RemoveMacAI addresses this by removing the models and preventing future downloads. The script installs without modifying system files, using a configuration profile to enforce restrictions and redirect downloads to a closed port. It supports reverting changes and operates without network activity or data collection. Features affected include Siri, Writing Tools, Genmoji, Image Playground, and others. The tool requires Apple silicon and works on macOS 27, though not on earlier versions. Users can verify downloads via GitHub attestation, and Homebrew integration is available. While System Settings may still display Apple Intelligence in storage management, the files are marked for deletion by the system. Re-enabling Apple Intelligence triggers a fresh download of the models.
- Publisher
- Hacker News
- Reliability
- high
- Published
- 10/5/2026, 10:00:03 AM
- Retrieved
- 10/5/2026, 10:00:03 AM
- Relevance
- 80%
- Confidence
- 85%

