Apple has released the second developer betas for its upcoming operating systems: macOS Tahoe, iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26. These updates come two weeks after the initial betas were made available following the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC).
macOS Tahoe 26 introduces a Liquid Glass redesign and includes the new Phone and Journal apps for Mac, alongside a cross-platform Games app. Key enhancements to Spotlight allow it to perform various tasks, such as sending emails without needing to open a dedicated app. Updates to other applications like Messages, Safari, and Notes are also part of the new features.
iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 maintain the Liquid Glass aesthetic, enhancing the user interface with translucency and glass-like elements across various screens and menus. Notable features include updates to the Messages app, Phone, Shortcuts, and Apple Music, along with a revamped CarPlay experience. iPadOS 26 introduces a new multitasking system that supports multiple app windows, aiming for a more Mac-like usability.
watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 also embrace the Liquid Glass design. watchOS introduces an AI-powered Workout Buddy and a Smart Stack feature for personalized suggestions, while tvOS enhances karaoke functionality, AirPlay speaker integration, and provides new Aerial screen savers. visionOS adds spatial widgets and improves the lifelike quality of user personas, enabling shared experiences for Vision Pro users.
Currently, these beta versions are exclusive to registered developers, but Apple plans to launch public betas for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26 in July, with all updates scheduled for a full release in the fall.
In summary, Apple's latest beta updates reflect a cohesive design philosophy across its operating systems while introducing innovative features aimed at enhancing user experience and interaction across devices. As these beta versions evolve, it will be interesting to see how user feedback shapes the final releases later this year
macOS Tahoe 26 introduces a Liquid Glass redesign and includes the new Phone and Journal apps for Mac, alongside a cross-platform Games app. Key enhancements to Spotlight allow it to perform various tasks, such as sending emails without needing to open a dedicated app. Updates to other applications like Messages, Safari, and Notes are also part of the new features.
iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 maintain the Liquid Glass aesthetic, enhancing the user interface with translucency and glass-like elements across various screens and menus. Notable features include updates to the Messages app, Phone, Shortcuts, and Apple Music, along with a revamped CarPlay experience. iPadOS 26 introduces a new multitasking system that supports multiple app windows, aiming for a more Mac-like usability.
watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 also embrace the Liquid Glass design. watchOS introduces an AI-powered Workout Buddy and a Smart Stack feature for personalized suggestions, while tvOS enhances karaoke functionality, AirPlay speaker integration, and provides new Aerial screen savers. visionOS adds spatial widgets and improves the lifelike quality of user personas, enabling shared experiences for Vision Pro users.
Currently, these beta versions are exclusive to registered developers, but Apple plans to launch public betas for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26 in July, with all updates scheduled for a full release in the fall.
In summary, Apple's latest beta updates reflect a cohesive design philosophy across its operating systems while introducing innovative features aimed at enhancing user experience and interaction across devices. As these beta versions evolve, it will be interesting to see how user feedback shapes the final releases later this year
macOS Tahoe, iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, TVOS 26, and VisionOS 26 Beta 2 released
Apple has launched the second developer betas for macOS Tahoe, iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, TVOS 26, and VisionOS 26:
Apple Seeds Second Beta of macOS Tahoe
Apple Seeds Second Developer Betas of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26
Apple Seeds Second watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 Developer Betas
