After an extensive three-month beta testing period, Apple has released iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 for all users. If your devices are compatible, you can download the newest software from **Settings** > **General** > **Software Update**.
These software updates all incorporate the new Liquid Glass design. While it will be more evident on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, Apple has also made adjustments to the user interface of watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS. This redesign allows Apple users to enjoy new Clear icons, a refreshed Control Center, redesigned apps, and matching names for all the updates.
In iPadOS 26, Apple is emphasizing [multitasking and productivity features](https://www.bgr.com/tech/how-to-master-all-of-ipados-26s-upgraded-multitasking-features/) more seriously, introducing a new window tiling system, a Preview app for document signing and sketching, along with enhanced Apple Intelligence features powered by ChatGPT. macOS Tahoe introduces enhanced Continuity features, an updated Spotlight search, and serves as the final major OS update for Intel Macs. Apple states that [macOS 27 will be exclusively for Apple Silicon computers](https://www.bgr.com/1939592/macos-27-m1-macs-beginning-end-support-new-features/).
### watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26 have launched
With watchOS 26, Apple Watch users can utilize the [new Workout Buddy](https://www.bgr.com/1947792/watchos-26-workout-buddy-conversational-siri-preview/). This Apple Intelligence feature requires an iPhone 15 Pro or later within proximity, providing the optimal way to receive additional motivation from an AI coach utilizing your Health app data.
Conversely, tvOS 26 focuses on simplifying the discovery of new content. It features a redesigned Apple TV app, makes profile switching easier than ever, and expedites the sign-in process for new streaming services.
Lastly, [visionOS 26 centers on spatial experiences](https://www.bgr.com/tech/5-visionos-26-features-that-will-make-apple-vision-pro-worth-it/), introducing Spatial Widgets, Spatial Scenes, Spatial Browsing, and Shared Spatial Experiences. These features enhance the immersive experience of using Vision Pro while keeping users connected with others in a mixed reality setting. A significant enhancement comes in the form of Personas, which now appear more natural and lifelike compared to their initial launch.
We will keep you updated on any new findings in these software updates as we dig into the final releases, and we’ll notify you as soon as Apple begins beta testing iOS 26.1 and subsequent versions in the upcoming weeks.
