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Apple Releases macOS 26 'Tahoe' With Liquid Glass, Smarter Spotlight, and iPhone Phone App

Early reviews find it ready for daily use on supported Macs, with backups recommended and some features tied to newer hardware.

Overview

  • The global rollout is underway for compatible Macs, delivering a system‑wide Liquid Glass redesign with translucent UI elements and expanded personalization.
  • Spotlight gains quick actions, deeper Shortcuts integration, and a time‑limited clipboard history that turns the search bar into a workflow hub.
  • Mac–iPhone continuity deepens with a dedicated Phone app on Mac and Live Activities in the menu bar that can hand off to iPhone Mirroring.
  • New first‑party apps such as Journal and Games expand macOS tools, while customizable Control Center, menu bar, and desktop widgets improve day‑to‑day control.
  • Reviewers report a generally stable experience with some day‑one bugs and third‑party app gaps; Apple advises backing up before upgrading, and some features require recent Apple Silicon models or have regional limits.