Apple reveals list of macOS Tahoe 26 innovations: release on September 15
By ForGeeks
Apple is preparing to launch the next generation of its desktop operating system – macOS Tahoe 26 – with a release on Monday, September 15. The company released the final version (RC) this week and accompanied it with updated release notes.
Unlike in years past, Apple presented the release notes not as a simple list, but in a carousel format with descriptions and illustrations of key features.
New Liquid Glass design
macOS Tahoe has gotten a revamped interface. A transparent menu bar creates the feeling of more screen space, while Liquid Glass sidebars and app toolbars refract content and emphasize content. Users will be able to personalize icons and widgets with a choice of light, dark, tinted, or transparent designs.
With the Liquid Glass effect, users will be able to personalize their icons and widgets with a choice of light, dark, tinted, or transparent designs.
Personalization and new tools
Folders can now be colored and enhanced with emoji or symbols for easy recognition.Control Center has been made flexible so users can add controls not only from a Mac, but also from iPhone apps, including third-party apps.
The Shortcuts app now has Apple Intelligence-enabled smart actions that can automatically trigger scripts based on time, monitor connectivity or file updates.
Apple Intelligence: translation and content generation
Live Translation lets you automatically translate text in Messages, display subtitles in FaceTime, and voice translations in calls. All operations are performed locally on your device, preserving your privacy.
Genmoji now includes new customization options, including hairstyles, while Image Playground now includes additional image styles (like Watercolor or Oil) and the ability to change the facial expressions of characters.
Continuity and iPhone connectivity
macOS Tahoe is developing Continuity capabilities. Users will be able to see Live Activities from their iPhone right in the Mac menu – for example, to track food delivery or trip progress.
The Mac will have a new app Phone for receiving and making calls via iPhone. It includes Call Screening, Hold Assist, Live Translation, and access to call history and voicemail.
Spotlight and search
Spotlight search has been enhanced to allow you to view your clipboard history, find actions and execute them directly without leaving search. Shortcuts are automatically assigned for even faster performance.
New Apple Games app
Apple has introduced the app Apple Games a hub for managing your game library, tracking events and updates, and competing with friends.
Release Date
macOS Tahoe 26 will be released on September 15 at the same time as iOS 26, iPadOS 26, visionOS 26, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26.
