A month after Apple showcased the tvOS 26 beta during the WWDC 2025 keynote, the company is now rolling out its third testing version. As has been the case in recent years, tvOS 26 represents another comprehensive update for Apple TV users, although not all set-top boxes will receive every new feature.
Nonetheless, tvOS 26 beta 3 introduces the new Liquid Glass design for Apple TV users. While this design shift isn’t as significant as those implemented on iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe, Apple is incorporating it into its set-top boxes, as the Apple TV becomes “even more immersive, enjoyable, and convenient.”
This update is accompanied by a redesigned Apple TV app, which now presents cinematic poster art to facilitate the discovery of what to watch next. Apple also aims to simplify the login process for Apple TV users accessing their apps with tvOS 26. With a newly available API for developers, Apple claims signing in will become easier when setting up a new device.
In addition, tvOS 26 beta 3 carries forward enhancements to profile switching. In the past, users sharing an Apple TV had to manually switch profiles to receive personalized recommendations. Now, Apple will prompt users to select their profile prior to using the Apple TV, enhancing the experience for all family members.
For those who enjoy singing on their Apple TV, tvOS 26 beta 3 introduces three fantastic features:
– **Lyrics Translation:** Understand the full meaning of a song that is not in your native language.
– **Lyrics Pronunciation:** Want to sing along to your favorite K-Pop songs? This feature provides pronunciation guidance for you to connect even more with your favorite artists and albums.
– **Apple Music Sing:** With the latest Apple TV 4K, users can now utilize their iPhones as handheld microphones. It’s also possible to queue songs with SharePlay and interact with onscreen emojis.
Along with tvOS 26 beta 3, Apple is releasing the third testing versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, watchOS 26, and visionOS 26. We will inform you of any new discoveries from today’s releases.
