Apple’s macOS Tahoe has just launched its second developer beta, introducing several visual enhancements. Released two weeks after the first beta, this update raises the build number to 25A5295e, up from 25A5279m. While the previous version, macOS Sequoia, was primarily focused on enhancements related to Apple Intelligence, Tahoe introduces a new “Liquid Glass” design language that spans all Apple platforms, bringing a modern look and feel to the user interface.
This update also includes various productivity features, such as a new Clipboard History capability. Overall, macOS Tahoe is designed to improve the user experience, allowing for seamless phone calls on Macs, enhancing Shortcuts, and even adding native support for Linux containers. However, it’s essential to note that this release marks the end of major updates for Intel Macs, so users with older hardware may feel the impact, especially with the removal of FireWire support.
The second developer beta also introduces visual tweaks and customization options. One key feature is the ability to enable a menu bar background, which is turned off by default. Previously, users could only adjust the visible elements of the menu bar, but now they have the option to toggle the background, which enhances the overall visual appeal and brings back the frosted look that users appreciate.
In addition, Apple has revised the Finder icon, restoring the traditional color scheme that Mac users have known for over 30 years. The initial beta’s inverted colors received criticism, and this change reflects Apple’s responsiveness to user feedback. While a new icon for the Migration Assistant app also appears, there are few other notable changes in this update.
Apple continues to release new developer betas for iOS and macOS frequently, promising more features and improvements in the future.
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