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Apple Adds Direct Encrypted HFS+ to APFS Conversion in macOS 28
Apple updated macOS 28 guidance to allow direct conversion of encrypted HFS+ drives to APFS without prior decryption. Previously, users had to decrypt drives before converting, adding extra steps. The change simplifies migration for those with encrypted legacy storage.
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A minor but welcome convenience for users still on encrypted HFS+, though most have likely already migrated.
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Apple updates macOS 28 guidance with direct encrypted HFS+ to APFS conversion →
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