Late Friday proved to be an update-o-rama as Apple released both its macOS Tahoe 26.2 operating system update as well as its iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 updates for its iPhone and iPad.
The macOS Tahoe 26.2 update includes the following fixes, changes, and new features:
Edge Light:
- Edge Light video effect uses the Mac display to illuminate your face like a virtual ring light when you’re on a video call in low light
- Customizable light width and temperature give you control over how you’re lit
- Mouse awareness ensures that the light recedes when you need to access content underneath
- Option to have the light turn on automatically in low light situations on Mac computers introduced in 2024 and later
Podcasts:
- Automatically generated chapters make it easier to navigate more episodes
- Links to mentioned podcasts let you see and follow other podcasts mentioned in the episode you’re listening to directly from the player and transcript
Games:
- Filters in the Games library let you find games by category, size, and more
- In-game challenge score banners provide real-time updates when someone new has taken the lead
- Connected controller support
This update also includes the following enhancements and bug fixes:
- AirDrop codes offer an additional layer of verification when using AirDrop with unknown contacts by providing a code on the receiver’s device that the sender must enter to complete the transfer
- Apple News Section links in the sidebar of the News app offer easy navigation to popular topics like Sports, Politics, Business, and Food
- Tables in Freeform can hold text, images, documents, and drawings, with cells that intelligently resize to fit, bringing structure to the infinite canvas
- Favorite Songs playlist appears in Top Picks in Apple Music
- Fixes an issue where pre-release albums in the library were not immediately playable at their release time
The update can be installed via the following steps:
- Open System Settings.
- Tap General.
- Tap Software Update.
Where the mobile devices are concerned, Apple released its iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2 updates on Friday. While not a huge update, and instead focused more on polish, tweaking, and adding quality-of-life enhancements, the update offers the following fixes and changes:
Apple Music:
- Favorite Songs playlist appears in Top Picks on the home tab
- Offline lyrics for downloaded songs, so you can view them without an internet connection
Podcasts:
- Automatically generated chapters make it easier to navigate episodes
- Links to the mentioned podcasts let you see and follow other podcasts mentioned in the episode you’re listening to directly from the player and transcript
Games:
- Filters in the Games library let you find games by category, size, and more
- In-game challenge score banners provide real-time updates when someone new has taken the lead
- Improved support for connected controllers such as Backbone and Razer
This update also includes the following enhancements and bug fixes:
- Additional Lock Screen time customization option lets you further adjust its appearance, giving the Liquid Glass material more or less opacity
- Enhanced Safety Alerts can inform you about imminent threats such as floods, natural disasters, and other emergencies, with rich information like a map of affected areas and links to additional safety guidance (available in the U.S.)
- Alarms for Reminders help you stay on top of urgent tasks, and provide snooze and Live Activity support if you’re not ready to check the reminder off
- AirDrop codes offer an additional layer of verification when using AirDrop with unknown contacts by providing a code on the receiver’s device that the sender must enter to complete the transfer
- Apple News Section links at the top of the Today feed offer easy navigation to popular topics like Sports, Politics, Business, and Food
- Multipack accessory pairing in the Home app lets you use the same setup code to easily enroll multiple accessories when sold together
- Flash for alerts in Accessibility Settings offers the additional option to have the device screen flash when you receive a notification
- Tables in Freeform can hold text, images, documents, and drawings, with cells that intelligently resize to fit, bringing structure to the infinite canvas
- Fixes an issue where pre-release albums in the Apple Music library were not immediately playable at their release time
- Fixes an issue where a Privacy and Security setting may incorrectly be marked as managed by an enterprise organization
The update can be installed via the following steps:
- Open Settings.
- Tap General.
- Tap Software Update.
If you’ve had a chance to try the updates, please let us know about your experience in the comments.
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