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Ollama v0.30.10 adds MLX support for Command A and North models on Apple Silicon

Now run Command A and North family models natively on M-series Macs with MLX engine...

Deep Dive

Ollama v0.30.10 introduces support for Command A and North family models on Apple Silicon via the MLX engine, a major boost for Mac-based AI developers. The update also refreshes the core llama.cpp engine to build 9672, improving performance and stability. MLX build artifacts were fixed to ensure seamless deployment on M-series chips.

This release continues Ollama's push to make local LLM inference more accessible. By leveraging Apple's MLX framework, users can now run these models more efficiently on Mac hardware, reducing dependency on cloud APIs. The community response has been positive, with 10 thumbs-up reactions and multiple celebratory emojis.

Key Points
  • Command A and North models now run on Apple Silicon via MLX engine
  • llama.cpp engine updated to build 9672 for better performance
  • Fixed MLX build artifacts to ensure correct deployment on Macs

Why It Matters

Mac users can now run more models locally with optimized performance, reducing cloud dependency.

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