Does anyone have information when Parallels may release Desktop Version 19? Looking to purchase Parallels, however we are only weeks away from August when they typically release their new version but I haven't heard any news. Previous releases: v18 - Aug 9, 22 v17 - Aug 10, 21 v16 - Aug 11, 21 v15 - Aug 13, 19 Thanks
https://www.parallels.com/blogs/parallels-desktop-19/ What's new in Parallels Desktop 19 Hello Mac enthusiasts, What an incredible year it's been! We are super excited to announce the next round of innovations with Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac. Parallels Desktop has become a catalyst for productivity and software development, enabling Mac users to leverage the strengths of multiple operating systems without compromise. More than two million professionals, developers, creatives, and enthusiasts trust Parallels Desktop with running Windows, Linux, and macOS in a virtual environment. The possibilities are limitless, and the impact on industries, businesses, and individual endeavors cannot be overstated. This blog post will explore what's new in this release and how different user groups will benefit from it. Compatibility with the upcoming macOS Sonoma upgrade We know how important it is to stay up and running after continuous software upgrades. This is why compatibility with macOS has always been and continues to be a primary focus. In macOS Sonoma 14, the software module CGPSConverter that converts PostScript files was removed from macOS. As a result, the Shared Printing feature became useless, as it was using this module to allow printing from Windows via printers shared from Mac. Printing from Windows is essential for many Parallels Desktop users. As a response, our engineers re-engineered the Shared Printing feature to use Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) which is the most popular printing method nowadays. The IPP printing holds the potential for exposing more printer-specific features to Windows that our engineers are currently exploring. There are also improvements to running macOS Sonoma in a virtual machine, which we cover in a separate topic below. Design Being a Mac app, we are heavily inspired by the depth of detail in Apple design. We took time and care in our approach to meet modern macOS design guidelines. We didn't want to simply put the old icon on a familiar round-cornered white tile but instead, rethink how we visually propagate our app in macOS. The new app icon and in-product details achieve this! Given most of our users have MacBook computers, we've changed the long-used background resembling iMac forms to a laptop. The parallelism metaphor for running multiple OSs simultaneously has been moved from sitting in front of the Mac to the background because this is where we are - powering up the virtualization engine and running in the background, enabling users to run third-party OSs and software. And, finally, the mysterious hole in the upper-left corner has been addressed. A rectangle with a dot in the corner represents a container: a window that hosts "your stuff," regardless of the platform you access it from. Plus, this is a nod towards the new Parallels branding that unites all Parallels products into a single keychain for organizations. Integration with Mac: Use touch ID for Windows sign-in We've brought the magic of Apple's Touch ID to Windows sign-in and Parallels Desktop installation! If your Windows 10 or 11 is protected with a PIN or password, the next time you sign into Windows after upgrading to Parallels Desktop 19 will prompt Windows to use the new Parallels credential provided. Your Windows password will then be saved to Mac Keychain with a special Touch ID-bound record type (a record that can be used solely for Touch ID usage), available only on this Mac with your fingerprint. Next time you sign into Windows, Parallels Desktop will prompt you to use Touch ID to sign into your user account. It is both simple and secure. Users can manage saved passwords via a simple but useful interface and get back to using the old sign-in method if preferred. This improvement will be very handy for Parallels Desktop for Mac Business Edition users in an organization where certain security policies require Windows to be secured with a password. Professional Windows software on Mac: OpenGL improvements and more We are thrilled by the fact that professionals in architecture, engineering, and design all over the world use Parallels Desktop to power up their Mac with Windows apps they need for work. This year, with improved OpenGL support up to version 4.1, we enable more Windows-only CAD software to run on Mac, including VariCAD, Vectorworks Vision 2023, and more. There is also good news for professionals who trust Parallels Desktop to run the popular geographic information system software AcrGIS Pro on a Mac. We listened to feedback, and we are happy to announce significant performance improvements for ArcGIS Pro in this version. macOS VM on Apple silicon: easier installation, more operations, and controls On a Mac with Apple silicon, the macOS virtual machine is powered by a relatively new macOS framework, where Parallels Desktop is much less in control of VM operations compared with the Hypervisor framework used to power up Windows and Linux (on all Mac computers), and macOS on an Intel-powered Mac. This is the reason why macOS VM on Apple silicon has much fewer features and a different bundle format ".macvm" versus a familiar ".pvm" format used for the rest of the VM types. This upgrade is packed with improvements for macOS virtual machines on Apple silicon: VM installation: Use an IPSW image to install a new macOS virtual machine via the Installation Assistant UI, or with the CLI ($ prlctl create "macOS13" -o macos -restore-image "/path/to/image.ipsw"). Basic VM operations: restart, shutdown gracefully, and pause-resume the virtual machine either from the UI menu or by using the Parallels CLI prlctl. Input: use two-finger Trackpad gestures in the VM to scroll and zoom. Mass deployment: deploy Parallels Desktop with macOS virtual machine to Mac computers with Apple silicon. With macOS Sonoma 14 running in both a primary and virtual capacity, the experience is even better: Display: display resolution is updated automatically when the VM window is being resized. Network: with Pro Edition, use port forwarding to access a macOS VM via SSH or RDP remotely, for instance, when you host them on Amazon EC2 Mac instances. Using Packer with Parallels VM is easier and it supports macOS VMs on Apple silicon When we develop Parallels Desktop, we always try to automate manual labor as much as possible. The same applies to many of our customers who use Parallels Desktop to develop and test their software. In response to customers' valuable feedback, we have partnered with HashiCorp to deliver long-awaited improvements to the Parallels Provider for Packer and Vagrant. With Parallels Desktop 19, we have eliminated the need for using Parallels SDK and Python, making it even easier to work with these essential tools. And we are happy to announce that this upgrade brings the ability to create and configure a macOS virtual machine on Apple Silicon, too. As part of our commitment to open source, we have developed a variety of sample templates for Packer, simplifying the onboarding process for new customers. These templates cater to Windows, Linux, and MacOS and are freely available on our GitHub Repository. Furthermore, we have revamped our documentation, providing comprehensive guides on utilizing these tools seamlessly with our providers. Linux on Apple silicon: run x86 Docker containers and Microsoft SQL, CentOS 9 Stream For developers who need to run x86 Docker containers or Microsoft SQL Server on a Mac with Apple silicon, Parallels Desktop for Mac Pro Edition provides a new ready-to-go Ubuntu Linux Arm VM that is configured to run x86 Docker containers, powered by Apple's Rosetta 2 technology. The new VM can be downloaded from the Free Systems section of the Installation Assistant. And, in a game changing move for developers and power users, we are excited to introduce the ability to run x86 binaries and containers within a Linux Arm VM on a Mac with Apple silicon. By incorporating a ready-to-go downloadable Ubuntu Linux VM, we have simplified the process of running x86 container images, including popular ones like Microsoft SQL Server. This breakthrough enables users to effortlessly consume and debug containers, and build them for the x86 platform. Looking ahead, we are committed to continuously improving the compatibility of these binaries in future updates. Stay tuned for exciting developments in this area. Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac also supports running CentOS 9 Stream on a Mac with Apple silicon. Whether you're studying, developing, or testing for CentOS/RHEL, our solution provides flexibility and versatility. Device management in an organization: enroll Windows to Microsoft Intune We understand how crucial device management is for organizations and see increased adoption of Microsoft Intune among our customers. Previously, to ensure that virtual Windows devices used by end-users in an organization can be enrolled in Microsoft Intune, an IT admin could use only the mass deployment scenario, which is not convenient for some types of organizations. Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac Business Edition brings the ability to enroll Windows 11 in Intune when it is provisioned to employees via the Parallels My Account web app, and when the Windows image is simply shared via cloud storage. This feature makes administering Windows devices within your organization much easier and more efficient. Parallels Desktop is about bridging the gap between macOS and your operating system(s) of choice, enabling you to enjoy the best of both worlds without compromise. The new version of Parallels Desktop offers an even more seamless experience for Mac users looking to run Windows or Linux. We are proud to be a Microsoft-authorized solution, and our developments are a testament to our dedication and commitment to delivering high-quality, powerful, reliable, and efficient solutions to run Windows 11 on Mac. We're eager for you to experience the next level of Windows-macOS integration with Parallels Desktop.
I have been using Parallels for many years now. The new release is always around the 2nd/3rd week of August each year. I'm not sure if they offer a perpetual license anymore. My understanding is that the license is subscription based only. I pay a yearly fee to them for my licenses. If you have purchased a subscription you will be automatically entitled to download the new release once it's available at no further cost until your subscription renewal the following year.
I've been curious about the option of a beta, I've not seen anything either. I'm relatively new to Parallels but it from your comment it sounds like they have offered beta programs in previous years? I guess that means they're choosing not to offer a beta program this year, or it's very much on the down low.. or perhaps the next release is further away than anyone anticipates.
With v16-v18, I remember seeing betas as early as late spring. Unless they only did that due to the transition to ARM?
Since they released a yearly new major release for at least 15 years, It would be weird to skip 2023 for parallels 19. And they always release between august and September. So, it is a safe bet to say parallels 19 launch is imminent. I just don't know why they have this silence policy about new versions.
https://www.parallels.com/blogs/parallels-desktop-19/ What's new in Parallels Desktop 19 Hello Mac enthusiasts, What an incredible year it's been! We are super excited to announce the next round of innovations with Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac. Parallels Desktop has become a catalyst for productivity and software development, enabling Mac users to leverage the strengths of multiple operating systems without compromise. More than two million professionals, developers, creatives, and enthusiasts trust Parallels Desktop with running Windows, Linux, and macOS in a virtual environment. The possibilities are limitless, and the impact on industries, businesses, and individual endeavors cannot be overstated. This blog post will explore what's new in this release and how different user groups will benefit from it. Compatibility with the upcoming macOS Sonoma upgrade We know how important it is to stay up and running after continuous software upgrades. This is why compatibility with macOS has always been and continues to be a primary focus. In macOS Sonoma 14, the software module CGPSConverter that converts PostScript files was removed from macOS. As a result, the Shared Printing feature became useless, as it was using this module to allow printing from Windows via printers shared from Mac. Printing from Windows is essential for many Parallels Desktop users. As a response, our engineers re-engineered the Shared Printing feature to use Internet Printing Protocol (IPP) which is the most popular printing method nowadays. The IPP printing holds the potential for exposing more printer-specific features to Windows that our engineers are currently exploring. There are also improvements to running macOS Sonoma in a virtual machine, which we cover in a separate topic below. Design Being a Mac app, we are heavily inspired by the depth of detail in Apple design. We took time and care in our approach to meet modern macOS design guidelines. We didn't want to simply put the old icon on a familiar round-cornered white tile but instead, rethink how we visually propagate our app in macOS. The new app icon and in-product details achieve this! Given most of our users have MacBook computers, we've changed the long-used background resembling iMac forms to a laptop. The parallelism metaphor for running multiple OSs simultaneously has been moved from sitting in front of the Mac to the background because this is where we are - powering up the virtualization engine and running in the background, enabling users to run third-party OSs and software. And, finally, the mysterious hole in the upper-left corner has been addressed. A rectangle with a dot in the corner represents a container: a window that hosts "your stuff," regardless of the platform you access it from. Plus, this is a nod towards the new Parallels branding that unites all Parallels products into a single keychain for organizations. Integration with Mac: Use touch ID for Windows sign-in We've brought the magic of Apple's Touch ID to Windows sign-in and Parallels Desktop installation! If your Windows 10 or 11 is protected with a PIN or password, the next time you sign into Windows after upgrading to Parallels Desktop 19 will prompt Windows to use the new Parallels credential provided. Your Windows password will then be saved to Mac Keychain with a special Touch ID-bound record type (a record that can be used solely for Touch ID usage), available only on this Mac with your fingerprint. Next time you sign into Windows, Parallels Desktop will prompt you to use Touch ID to sign into your user account. It is both simple and secure. Users can manage saved passwords via a simple but useful interface and get back to using the old sign-in method if preferred. This improvement will be very handy for Parallels Desktop for Mac Business Edition users in an organization where certain security policies require Windows to be secured with a password. Professional Windows software on Mac: OpenGL improvements and more We are thrilled by the fact that professionals in architecture, engineering, and design all over the world use Parallels Desktop to power up their Mac with Windows apps they need for work. This year, with improved OpenGL support up to version 4.1, we enable more Windows-only CAD software to run on Mac, including VariCAD, Vectorworks Vision 2023, and more. There is also good news for professionals who trust Parallels Desktop to run the popular geographic information system software AcrGIS Pro on a Mac. We listened to feedback, and we are happy to announce significant performance improvements for ArcGIS Pro in this version. macOS VM on Apple silicon: easier installation, more operations, and controls On a Mac with Apple silicon, the macOS virtual machine is powered by a relatively new macOS framework, where Parallels Desktop is much less in control of VM operations compared with the Hypervisor framework used to power up Windows and Linux (on all Mac computers), and macOS on an Intel-powered Mac. This is the reason why macOS VM on Apple silicon has much fewer features and a different bundle format ".macvm" versus a familiar ".pvm" format used for the rest of the VM types. This upgrade is packed with improvements for macOS virtual machines on Apple silicon: VM installation: Use an IPSW image to install a new macOS virtual machine via the Installation Assistant UI, or with the CLI ($ prlctl create "macOS13" -o macos -restore-image "/path/to/image.ipsw"). Basic VM operations: restart, shutdown gracefully, and pause-resume the virtual machine either from the UI menu or by using the Parallels CLI prlctl. Input: use two-finger Trackpad gestures in the VM to scroll and zoom. Mass deployment: deploy Parallels Desktop with macOS virtual machine to Mac computers with Apple silicon. With macOS Sonoma 14 running in both a primary and virtual capacity, the experience is even better: Display: display resolution is updated automatically when the VM window is being resized. Network: with Pro Edition, use port forwarding to access a macOS VM via SSH or RDP remotely, for instance, when you host them on Amazon EC2 Mac instances. Using Packer with Parallels VM is easier and it supports macOS VMs on Apple silicon When we develop Parallels Desktop, we always try to automate manual labor as much as possible. The same applies to many of our customers who use Parallels Desktop to develop and test their software. In response to customers' valuable feedback, we have partnered with HashiCorp to deliver long-awaited improvements to the Parallels Provider for Packer and Vagrant. With Parallels Desktop 19, we have eliminated the need for using Parallels SDK and Python, making it even easier to work with these essential tools. And we are happy to announce that this upgrade brings the ability to create and configure a macOS virtual machine on Apple Silicon, too. As part of our commitment to open source, we have developed a variety of sample templates for Packer, simplifying the onboarding process for new customers. These templates cater to Windows, Linux, and MacOS and are freely available on our GitHub Repository. Furthermore, we have revamped our documentation, providing comprehensive guides on utilizing these tools seamlessly with our providers. Linux on Apple silicon: run x86 Docker containers and Microsoft SQL, CentOS 9 Stream For developers who need to run x86 Docker containers or Microsoft SQL Server on a Mac with Apple silicon, Parallels Desktop for Mac Pro Edition provides a new ready-to-go Ubuntu Linux Arm VM that is configured to run x86 Docker containers, powered by Apple's Rosetta 2 technology. The new VM can be downloaded from the Free Systems section of the Installation Assistant. And, in a game changing move for developers and power users, we are excited to introduce the ability to run x86 binaries and containers within a Linux Arm VM on a Mac with Apple silicon. By incorporating a ready-to-go downloadable Ubuntu Linux VM, we have simplified the process of running x86 container images, including popular ones like Microsoft SQL Server. This breakthrough enables users to effortlessly consume and debug containers, and build them for the x86 platform. Looking ahead, we are committed to continuously improving the compatibility of these binaries in future updates. Stay tuned for exciting developments in this area. Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac also supports running CentOS 9 Stream on a Mac with Apple silicon. Whether you're studying, developing, or testing for CentOS/RHEL, our solution provides flexibility and versatility. Device management in an organization: enroll Windows to Microsoft Intune We understand how crucial device management is for organizations and see increased adoption of Microsoft Intune among our customers. Previously, to ensure that virtual Windows devices used by end-users in an organization can be enrolled in Microsoft Intune, an IT admin could use only the mass deployment scenario, which is not convenient for some types of organizations. Parallels Desktop 19 for Mac Business Edition brings the ability to enroll Windows 11 in Intune when it is provisioned to employees via the Parallels My Account web app, and when the Windows image is simply shared via cloud storage. This feature makes administering Windows devices within your organization much easier and more efficient. Parallels Desktop is about bridging the gap between macOS and your operating system(s) of choice, enabling you to enjoy the best of both worlds without compromise. The new version of Parallels Desktop offers an even more seamless experience for Mac users looking to run Windows or Linux. We are proud to be a Microsoft-authorized solution, and our developments are a testament to our dedication and commitment to delivering high-quality, powerful, reliable, and efficient solutions to run Windows 11 on Mac. We're eager for you to experience the next level of Windows-macOS integration with Parallels Desktop.
Well done Parallels!!! Great to see OpenGL support bumped from 3.3 to 4.1 That is a small but important step, and we appreciate every effort to improve Parallels GPU support. Here's hoping we can see incremental steps toward OpenGL 4.6 and, perhaps one day.. Vulkan Question... It seems OpenGL 4.1 support only extends to Windows.. while Linux would appear to be on OpenGL 4.0 (as it was with Parallels v18) See image attached.
Am I missing something? All the Parallels Desktop 19 download links seem to be pointing to the old Parallels Desktop 18 version.
Hello, Kindly make use of the link provided below to download Parallels Desktop 19. Parallels Desktop 19 Download Link
Thank you a lot for your feedback. We appreciate it! We've implemented 4.1 support in Parallels Desktop 19 for Windows VMs only. Stay tuned
I've come to the conclusion that Parallels simply uses our "Questions" to decide on features they'll implement in a Future version release. So instead of fixing something Now, they pack it into the next version to encourage you to pay for said features / version. :/
When you buy the license (not the subscription) Is it possible to receive the minor updates inside the version? Lets say buying Parallels 19: now its version 19.0.0... after some time: 19.1.0.... 19.2.5... etc. Is it possible to update?
Hello Leonardo, Please be informed that with a perpetual (permanent) license, you are entitled to receive minor updates and fixes for the current Parallels Desktop version until the version reaches End-of-Life. For more information on the difference between permanent licenses and subscriptions, please visit the following knowledge base article https://kb.parallels.com/122929
I really hope that important features wouldn't be delayed for the sake of driving the annual product announcement / release cycle. Perhaps Parallels could adopt a model that makes advance/beta features available much earlier to pro subscriptions. That would certainly help me to justify the pro subscription in the first place, and prove a sense that incremental updates won't simply be drip fed over the coming years.
*provide a sense (can't edit posts, yet I have to wait 103 more seconds before I can post this followup correction... maybe if I could edit the post in that time instead?)
