Apple just released a fresh batch of developer betas, including the latest test build of macOS 26 Tahoe. Here are the details.
When Apple rolled out macOS Tahoe 26 developer beta 4, it didn’t introduce new features or big changes, unlike beta 3, which introduced a new screensaver, improvements to tab visibility in apps like Safari and Terminal, and a dialing back of the Liquid Glass transparency effect.
The build number for macOS Tahoe 26 beta 5 release is 25A5327h. We’re taking a closer look to spot any user-facing tweaks or under-the-hood enhancements, and will report back with anything noteworthy.
What’s new on macOS Tahoe 26?
As announced at WWDC25, macOS Tahoe 26 introduces the Liquid Glass UI overhaul, alongside features like Live Activities on the Mac, a much improved Spotlight with clipboard history and Shortcuts integration, plus a dedicated Phone app and Live Translation for Messages, FaceTime and phone calls.
The system is also getting the new Games app, as well as the long-awaited Journal app.bui
Here’s how to install the macOS Tahoe 26 developer beta 5:
- Backup your Mac
- Open System Settings
- Go to General ⇾ Software Update
- Click the ‘i’ icon next to Beta Updates
- From the dropdown menu in the top-right, select the macOS Developer Tahoe Beta
- Hit ‘Done’
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