macOS Tahoe refreshes the Mac with Liquid Glass design and on-device intelligence

Highly anticipated: Apple's macOS 26, also known as Tahoe, introduces a sweeping visual and functional update designed to enhance clarity, intelligence, and user productivity. Unveiled during WWDC 2025, the update features a new design language called Liquid Glass, expanded AI integration through Apple Intelligence, and a refined suite of system apps and tools to streamline daily tasks.

The centerpiece of macOS Tahoe is its Liquid Glass interface – a layered, translucent visual style inspired by the depth, color responsiveness, and feel of glass. This aesthetic overhaul touches everything from the Dock and menu bar to buttons, sidebars, and app icons. System widgets also adopt the new look, offering dynamic contrast that adjusts to light and dark modes. Apple says the goal is to create a sense of visual harmony across apps and surfaces, making the interface feel more cohesive and immersive.

On the AI front, Apple Intelligence is now deeply ...