How will I know if I am eligible to get the new macOS update?

[iMore Question]

I have a 2010 MacBook Pro, will I get the Sierra update?

 

[Ledsteplin]

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According to Apple, the official compatible hardware list of Macs capable of running Mac OS Sierra 10.12 is as follows:

MacBook Pro (2010 and later)
MacBook Air (2010 and later)
Mac Mini (2010 and later)
Mac Pro (2010 and later)
MacBook (Late 2009 and later)
iMac (Late 2009 and later)