Wait for the official 7.9 or 8.0 release, which will incorporate the stable parts of 58. Meanwhile, keep checking EFI’s Mac download page — if “58” becomes official, it will appear there with a gold star and release notes.
I surveyed three production houses that claimed to be testing an internal “CWS 58” on Mac. Here’s anonymized feedback:
“The M3 MacBook Pro doesn’t turn into a space heater anymore when imposing a 1,000-page catalog. That alone makes it hot.” – Prepress manager, Midwest print shop.
“We saw a build labeled .58 from our Fiery dealer. It broke color verification. So, yes, it’s hot — like a fire you have to put out. Wait for .59.” – Production director, Texas.
“Finally, Command WorkStation feels like a native Mac app instead of a Java port from 2009. The 58 build is a glimpse of the future.” – Color specialist, NYC.
While Fiery routinely updates their software (with version 6 and newer versions currently standard), Command WorkStation 5.8 holds a specific legacy status. It is often cited as the "sweet spot" for stability for certain controllers.
Before downloading and installing Fiery Command WorkStation 5.8 on a Mac, it's crucial to ensure that your system meets the minimum requirements. Typically, these requirements include a specific version of macOS, processor type, RAM, and available disk space. As of my last update, details on specific requirements for version 5.8 might not be readily available, but generally, you should: