The short version
A macOS virtual-machine app for running ARM Linux through Apple virtualization.
From the HackerLinks archive
UTM
A macOS virtual-machine app for running ARM Linux through Apple virtualization.
At a glance:
First seen:2026-08-28
Last seen:2026-08-28
Times seen:1
Website:mac.getutm.app
Why it caught our attention
A long-term user praised its speed across four generations of Apple Silicon.
Where it surfaced on Hacker News
2026-08-28
“it's fast as greased lightning and fantastic. I've used it two or so years on M1, M2, M2 Max, and M5”
jjtheblunt · recommendation · first hand use
Direct HN comment
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