Mac Users Reclaim 12GB+ of Storage With Apple Intelligence Removal Tool

Key Points:

• RemoveMacAI is a new open-source command line tool that disables Apple Intelligence on macOS 27, removes its AI models, and prevents them from being redownloaded, helping users reclaim significant storage space.
• The tool works by using a configuration profile to disable Apple's asset management service and redirect download attempts to a closed local port, all without disabling System Integrity Protection or manually deleting protected system files.
• Users can free up around 12GB or more of storage, but removing Apple Intelligence disables Siri AI features, Writing Tools, ChatGPT integration, and other AI-driven functionalities; however, dictation remains functional.
• The profile created by RemoveMacAI persists through system updates, and a revert command is available to restore all AI-related features if desired.
• While the tool has gained popularity on GitHub, Reddit, and Hacker News, it relies on some deprecated configuration keys that may be unsupported in future macOS versions, and users should proceed at their own risk.