Five significant macOS Tahoe 26 features to pay attention to
macOS Tahoe 26, the latest version of Apple's operating system for Mac, introduces a host of improvements aimed at enhancing speed, efficiency, and personalisation.
One of the most notable changes is the upgrade to Spotlight, Apple's built-in search feature. With new 'quick keys', common actions can now be executed even faster. Results are more relevant, pulling from apps, messages, files, and events all in one place, making it easier for users to get things done without breaking their flow.
The redesigned interface is another highlight of macOS Tahoe 26. The fully transparent menu bar adds to the sense of space on screen, while the new Liquid Glass design, introduced by Apple, brings depth and freshness to the UI. This design, featuring transparent, reflective, and refractive elements, is supported on all devices that can run macOS Tahoe 26, including Macs compatible with this latest OS version.
In terms of entertainment, macOS Tahoe 26 offers a new Apple Games app, providing a central location for finding and launching games. However, due to a limited gaming library compared to other platforms, it may not make the Mac a go-to gaming platform.
For communication, Safari in macOS Tahoe 26 has a cleaner look, Messages now supports polls and custom backgrounds, and Notes gains Markdown import/export, audio recording, and transcription. Live Translation is now available in Messages, FaceTime, and phone calls, facilitating real-time communication across languages.
The new Phone app on Mac brings in call history, contacts, voicemails, and features like Call Screening and Hold Assist that were previously iPhone-only. Game Overlay allows adjusting settings or chatting with friends without leaving a gaming session, while Live Activities, like flight updates, ride status, or sports scores, now show up in the Mac's menu bar, syncing with your iPhone when needed.
Accessibility has been expanded in macOS Tahoe 26, with better support for vision, reading, and braille displays. Shortcuts have been expanded, featuring smarter automation, new triggers, and options for running tasks either on device or securely in the cloud.
However, some features in macOS Tahoe 26 require newer hardware, and Apple Intelligence, a part of the upgrades, is not specified in the provided paragraph. Genmoji and Image Playground have been introduced, allowing users to create and customise emojis and graphics with more control over style and detail.
Lastly, Metal 4 enhances graphics performance in macOS Tahoe 26 with features like denoising and frame interpolation. With these improvements, macOS Tahoe 26 promises a faster, more efficient, and personalised user experience.
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