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Here Are Apple's Release Notes for macOS Tahoe 26.1

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Apple today provided developers and public beta testers with the release candidate version of macOS Tahoe 26.1, which means the update will likely see a public launch next week.

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The release candidate includes notes on what's in the update, so we have a full picture of the new features that Apple has included.

‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.1 adds AutoMix support over AirPlay, improved FaceTime audio quality when connections are poor, and a setting for a new tinted look for Liquid Glass.

This update includes the following features and enhancements:

  • Liquid Glass setting gives you the option to choose between the default clear look or a new tinted look which increases opacity of the material in apps and notifications on the Lock Screen
  • Apple Music AutoMix support over AirPlay
  • Improved FaceTime audio quality in low-bandwidth conditions
  • Communication Safety and Web content filters to limit adult websites are enabled by default for existing child accounts for ages 13-17 (Age varies by country or region)
  • For information on the security content of Apple software updates, please visit: support.apple.com/100100.

Some features may not be available in all regions or on all Apple devices. To learn more, please visit: apple.com/macos/feature-availability.

Software updates, like this one, add new features and improvements that may affect performance and/or battery life. To learn more, please visit: support.apple.com/125039.

Apple often tests release candidates for approximately a week before providing a public software release. ‌macOS Tahoe‌ 26.1, iOS 26.1, iPadOS 26.1, tvOS 26.1, and watchOS 26.1 could see a launch on Monday or Tuesday of next week.

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germanbeer007
22 weeks ago
If this doesn't fix the sluggish UI on my MBP, I'm going to have to switch back to Windows for my portable computing needs.
Score: 25 Votes (Like | Disagree)
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Morod
22 weeks ago
Just very glad I am still on Sequoia. Please keep us late-adopters informed of what works and what doesn't work. Thanks!
Score: 21 Votes (Like | Disagree)
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Madhatter32
22 weeks ago
Liquid glass to tainted glass. Otherwise known as broken glass.
Score: 17 Votes (Like | Disagree)
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SparklyApple
22 weeks ago
It better freaking fix Safari. Far too many websites are still broken.
Score: 14 Votes (Like | Disagree)
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tkermit
22 weeks ago

Liquid Glass setting gives you the option to choose between the default clear look or a new tinted look which increases opacity of the material in apps and notifications on the Lock Screen.

groundbreaking stuff, nobody asked for 'opaque material in apps' to begin with.
At this point I'm simply glad that Liquid Glass can be toned down to an acceptable level.
Score: 13 Votes (Like | Disagree)
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coolfactor
22 weeks ago

One can only imagine the Liquid Glass idea was born out of Apples obsession to appeal to kids, and the easily amused.

To draw them into the ecosystem capturing them as lifelong customers, a goal they've been very successful attaining.

In the meantime all the rest of the Cupertino companies customers are subject to the whims of the firms internal slogan "we know what the customer wants before they do".

The interesting and revealing fact is amongst otherwise intelligent people, a number of the ecosystems devotees agree and sing the company's praises. They cast aside independent critical thinking.

It's good to be Apple.
Liquid Glass is more than a transparency skin. Its ability to morph contextual controls is ingenious and makes using devices a delight.

Apple has provided plenty of customization options to address usability issues that people may have.
Score: 12 Votes (Like | Disagree)
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