Apple has released the eighth beta version of macOS Tahoe 26 for testing purposes. This version includes a new design overhaul for the Liquid Glass interface, as well as the incorporation of the Phone and Journal applications for the very first time on the Mac. Messages, Apple Music, and Apple Intelligence are just some of the applications that will receive enhanced capabilities as a result of this update. Additionally, the Spotlight app has been redesigned to include enhanced capabilities. Additionally, Apple has released the eighth developer betas of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26, each of which comes with its own set of exciting updates. These updates include karaoke support in tvOS, a Workout Buddy powered by artificial intelligence in watchOS, and spatial widgets in visionOS.
The eighth beta version of macOS Tahoe 26 has been made available for testing by Apple. Registered developers are able to obtain the software updates by utilizing the System Settings application that is present on every device.
This update represents a notable turning point in Apple's transformation of Liquid Glass, a feature now present in all new updates this year. Besides the design overhaul, macOS Tahoe 26 introduces several exciting features:
- The Phone and Journal apps are making their debut on the Mac for the very first time
- A brand-new Games app that supports multiple platforms
- A redesigned Spotlight app with enhanced capabilities, such as sending emails without launching an application
Apple's software also includes new features for various applications, like Messages, Phone, Shortcuts, and Apple Music. Additionally, there are improvements to Apple Intelligence, a redesign of CarPlay, and more.
Apple has also released the eighth developer betas of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26. These software updates can be accessed through the Settings app on each device, but a developer account is required.
iOS 26 brings enhanced capabilities such as Messages, Music, and CarPlay, while iPadOS 26 enhances multitasking by enabling users to open multiple app windows simultaneously, resulting in a more Mac-like experience. watchOS 26 boasts new Liquid Glass design modifications inspired by visionOS, along with features like
- A new AI-powered Workout Buddy to motivate users
- Support for Live Translation
- A revamped Smart Stack with personalized context
tvOS 26 includes exciting updates, such as
- Karaoke support using an iPhone as a microphone
- Enhanced AirPlay speaker functionality with TV
- New Aerial screen savers
- Faster app login times due to Apple Account syncing
visionOS 26 takes the cake with its advanced features, including
- More lifelike personas
- Spatial widgets for seamless interactions
- The ability to share spatial experiences between two Vision Pro users
