Apple’s mobile devices are not the only ones undergoing a significant redesign this fall, as Apple announced on Monday that macOS Tahoe 26 is also incorporating Liquid Glass. This design language brings a cohesive appearance to Apple’s products, including its computers. However, the aesthetic overhaul is merely the beginning of what’s in store for Mac’s forthcoming operating system.
By upgrading to macOS Tahoe 26, you will unlock a plethora of new features alongside its thrilling fresh look. You can explore all the specifics on Apple’s website, but below, we have curated the features that we are most eager to utilize in macOS 26.
5 top features in macOS Tahoe 26
1. Phone app makes its debut on Mac
Finally, the Phone app is arriving on macOS as part of Continuity. Much of what is accessible on the iPhone’s Phone app is also available here, including Recents, Favorites, Voicemails, Call Screening, and Hold Assist. Additionally, you can view Live Activities from your iPhone in the menu bar on your Mac, allowing you to keep track of how far your Uber ride is.
2. Spotlight’s largest update to date
Spotlight is one of the Mac’s most essential features but can also be quite frustrating when it doesn’t help you locate what you need. macOS Tahoe 26 may put an end to that annoyance with Spotlight’s “largest update to date.” When you utilize Spotlight to search in macOS 26, you will see all results compiled together, including files, folders, events, apps, and messages. Spotlight also intelligently ranks results and offers users new filtering capabilities.
Additionally, you can use Spotlight to execute various tasks, from sending emails and setting reminders to playing a song and even applying a filter in a photo editing application.
3. Game Overlay may attract some PC gamers
Gaming on Mac has never been Apple’s top focus, but it has made several positive strides in recent years. 2025 marks another advancement, as the new Apple Games app is set to launch with macOS Tahoe 26, providing Mac gamers with a platform to revisit games, discover new titles, and play with friends.
Personally, I find Game Overlay particularly interesting, a new feature that allows users to modify their system settings, initiate a chat, and invite friends to join without exiting the game.
