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lkrupp said:

Mac Pros shipped with Mavericks, then came Yosemite. SIP didn’t arrive until El Capitan. I would think that studios would be little motivated to update the operating system if the one running is doing the job for them.

As someone who maintains several classrooms devoted to both Avid's video and audio software (as well as other programs) you are occasionally held back from updating to any new macOS because they haven't made their programs compatible yet, usually for 6-12 months from when the OS is released. Then when they do support a new version (and add new desired features and or bug fixes) they usually lop off support for older macOS versions. Also their file formats change, so not upgrading also means your files may not be compatible with others you must share files with who are on different versions of their software like Pro Tools or Media Composer. I've been an Avid/Digidesign dealer and instructor for over 35 years and see this scenario play out repeatedly.

I have not had a hardware issue with my Mac Pro (basic model), but the few times I've needed to call already I'm sent to "enterprise support". So far they do not generally seems as knowledgeable or aware as most Mac phone reps, and hold times also seem to be longer. These questions were about Mail, Messages, Keynote, Music, all Apple apps that were either not behaving as expected or had changed something that I needed clarified. Just disappointing for Apple support in general, but especially for a professional who uses his Mac to make a living in audio (primarily) and has done so since 1985. I was a Mac developer for 15 years as well, so usually do my own trouble shooting long before I make the first call, but once my options (or knowledge) is exhausted the phone is where I go.

Thanks for the great and thorough review Mike.

MplsP said:

On a similar vein, is it possible to download your statement on anything but your phone yet?

If you mean can you download to anything else from the iPhone, the answer is yes. You can Airdrop, Message, or email it from the Wallet app. I assume the same from an iPad, but don't have it hear to check. If you meant can you access the Wallet app etc. on your computer, the last answer I got from them was no.