Apple is preparing to release macOS Tahoe 26 to the public on September 15, alongside iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26. Ahead of the rollout, the company has issued the release candidate build with detailed notes that highlight the most important updates. Unlike earlier versions that offered a simple list, macOS Tahoe 26 release notes now use a carousel format with richer descriptions and images for each new addition.
The update brings a strong focus on personalization, design changes, and deeper integration of Apple Intelligence. According to MacRumors, users can expect new visual styles, enhanced communication tools, and productivity improvements across the operating system.
macOS Tahoe 26 introduces a completely refreshed look featuring Liquid Glass, which brings transparent menus, reflective sidebars, and more customizable icons and widgets. Beyond aesthetics, Apple has focused on tools that make the Mac feel more personal and connected with iPhone features.
The release notes this time from Apple are different than the usual ones. Here are the complete release notes from Apple for this update:
macOS Tahoe introduces a stunning new design and Apple Intelligence features, along with delightful ways to work across your devices and boost your productivity.
Design
The new design, featuring Liquid Glass, gives Mac a fresh new look that’s more expressive and delightful yet instantly familiar.Apple Intelligence
Unlock new ways to communicate across languages with Live Translation, tap into new intelligent actions in Shortcuts, combine favorite emoji together with Genmoji, and explore more options as you create images in Image Playground.Continuity
Get even more ways to work seamlessly across devices with the all-new Phone app and Live Activities on Mac.Productivity
Discover new features for Spotlight, Shortcuts, and Messages to enhance your productivity and how you communicate on Mac.
These changes make macOS Tahoe 26 one of the most visually distinctive macOS updates in years, while also extending Apple’s focus on intelligence, continuity, and personalization.
