The fifth beta of Apple's macOS Tahoe 26 operating system has retired the familiar Macintosh HD icon, replacing it with a generic version that isn't winning any hearts.
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iOS 26, iPadOS 26 and macOS Tahoe 26 are Apple’s most popular developer betas
The iOS 26, iPadOS 26 and macOS Tahoe 26 operating systems sporting a glassy design overhaul are Apple's most popular developer betas so far.
How to get back the Launchpad on Mac in macOS Tahoe 26
Learn how to restore the Launchpad feature on your Mac in Apple’s macOS Tahoe 26 operating system to see and open installed apps in one central place.
Report: Apple could bring its ‘Presto’ in-the-box software update tech from retail stores to the Mac
It was first revealed nearly two years ago that Apple was working on a means to wirelessly deploy software updates on sealed iPhones in its retail stores before their first sale, and the technology has since been implemented. But could similar technology be coming to other Apple devices?
macOS Tahoe 26 brings a new aerial screen saver and wallpaper that glides across the surface of Lake Tahoe’s rocky shoreline
Apple's macOS Tahoe 26 operating system packs a new Mac wallpaper and an aerial screen saver, called “Tahoe Day,” that features breathtaking scenery in motion.
iOS 26 actually syncs login details for captive Wi-Fi networks
Apple's iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 operating systems have been confirmed to sync login details for captive Wi-Fi networks seen in hotels, gyms and some public spaces.
How to use Live Activities on Mac in macOS Tahoe 26
Learn how to receive timely updates for deliveries, sports scores, flights, taxi cabs, and more in your Mac’s menu bar via the new Live Activities feature on macOS Tahoe.
How to personalize Mac’s Control Center in macOS Tahoe 26
Learn how to make Control Center on the Mac your own by adding, removing, rearranging, and resizing toggles to customize it for your workflow.
What is the new Recovery Assistant feature in iOS 26? How does it work?
Learn everything about iOS 26's new Recovery Assistant and how it helps fix boot issues and return your iPhone to a working state without requiring a computer.
How to show the top menu bar background in macOS Tahoe 26
Learn how to revert Apple’s Liquid Glass design changes for your Mac’s menu bar in macOS Tahoe by replacing the default frosted look with a solid background.
macOS Tahoe 26 Developer Preview 1 doesn’t support FireWire – is Apple phasing it out?
Following the release of macOS Tahoe 26 developer preview 1 after the launch of WWDC 2025, Reddit user /u/mowd8574 took to /r/MacOS to share that Apple seems to have removed support for the legacy FireWire I/O connection standard.
macOS Tahoe: Sorry EU Mac owners, you won’t be getting Live Activities this fall
Mac owners in the European Union (EU) won't be getting Live Activities on macOS Tahoe as the feature uses iPhone Mirroring which is still unavailable in the EU.