Parallels Desktop 20.3 Brings Touch ID, OBS Support, and More to macOS VMs

Parallels Desktop, the popular virtual machine software for Macs, has been updated to version 20.3, bringing several new features and enhancements. The update includes support for OBS (Open Broadcaster Software), enabling users to use their OBS feed in Windows apps like Zoom or Teams within a macOS VM. Touch ID integration now allows for seamless authentication without the need to type an admin password. Improved legacy emulation capabilities, based on FEX, enhance compatibility with x86_64 applications on Apple Silicon Macs, including full support for M4 chips. Additionally, USB passthrough support has been added for macOS virtual machines, allowing users to connect a variety of USB devices directly to their VM (though audio devices and iPhones are not currently supported). IT administrators can now enforce Single Sign-On (SSO) as the sole activation method for managed Macs, ensuring compliance with organizational policies. Parallels Desktop is available for a free trial and costs $74.99 per year.