Apple introduces macOS Tahoe, the next version of its desktop operating system Apple has officially announced the next version of its desktop operating system, macOS Tahoe. The name, inspired by the scenic Lake Tahoe in California, continues Apple’s tradition of naming macOS versions after iconic locations across the state. The announcement was made during the company’s Worldwide Developers Conference, where the new features and design language were also introduced. macOS Tahoe brings a major visual overhaul to the Mac interface. The new design, called Liquid Glass , features translucent layers, rounded elements, and more fluid interactions. This marks the most significant design update since macOS Yosemite, offering a cleaner and more modern look across system windows, icons, and menus. The update deepens integration with the iPhone. A new Phone app comes to the Mac, allowing users to make and receive calls directly from their desktop. Voicemail, call history, and spam identificatio...
A comparison chart showing the new 2026 version names across Apple platforms, including iOS 26, macOS 26, watchOS 26, and visionOS 26. Apple is changing how it names its operating systems. Starting this fall, every major platform from iOS and macOS to watchOS and visionOS will adopt a unified year-based naming system. Instead of continuing with sequential numbers like iOS 18 or watchOS 12, the next releases will all be labeled with the number 26, aligning with the 2026 calendar year. The new system was announced at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025. The company says the change will make it easier for users and developers to identify the latest software versions and confirm compatibility across devices. With all platforms sharing the same version number, users will no longer need to keep track of different naming timelines. This update comes alongside a major visual overhaul called Liquid Glass. The refreshed interface adds translucent, dynamic elements throughout the ...