bridgeOS

bridgeOS is an operating system created and developed by Apple Inc. for use exclusively with its hardware. bridgeOS runs on the T series Apple silicon processors and operates the OLED touchscreen strip called the "Touch Bar" as well as multiple other functions, including managing the encrypted data in their Secure Enclave[broken anchor] and acting as a gatekeeper and video codec to the device's cameras. bridgeOS is a heavily modified version of Apple's watchOS.

bridgeOS
DeveloperApple Inc.
Written in
OS family
Working stateCurrent
Source modelClosed, with open-source components
Initial releaseOctober 27, 2016; 8 years ago (2016-10-27)
Repository
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Update methodFOTA (via Mac running macOS)
Platforms
LicenseProprietary software except for open-source components
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Support status
Supported with vulnerabilities (checkra1n)