An open-source tool lets you delete 12GB of Apple Intelligence data on macOS

A new open-source command line utility named RemoveMacAI has been released, allowing macOS users to reclaim approximately 12GB of storage space by removing Apple Intelligence files. While earlier versions of macOS included a simple settings toggle to disable these AI features, recent updates have removed that option, causing the large machine learning models to remain on user disks even when the features are not in use. The tool provides a workaround for users looking to free up disk space on their machines. By executing specific commands, users can effectively purge the pre-installed AI data that Apple now integrates into the operating system. This development highlights ongoing user concerns regarding the forced installation of large AI components and the lack of granular control over system storage in modern macOS releases.