The second developer beta of macOS Tahoe has been released for testing, introducing several new features and modifications for Mac users. One of the notable changes is the redesign of the Finder app icon. In the first beta, the colors of the icon were inverted, leading to some user dissatisfaction.
Apple has responded to this feedback by restoring the iconic design in the latest beta, much to the relief of its users. In addition, the Migration Assistant app icon has also received a refreshing update. This redesign maintains the trend of visual improvements across the operating system.
Another significant update is the addition of a “Show menu bar background” option under the System Settings for the menu bar. In previous versions, Apple had removed the frosted background by default as part of the Liquid Glass redesign. This new option allows users to revert to the frosted style if they prefer.
The beta also introduces AirPods beta firmware updates directly accessible from a Mac. Users can enroll their AirPods for beta testing by connecting them to their Mac and navigating to the Bluetooth settings in System Settings. This feature will soon be expanded to include public betas starting in July.
Apple’s release notes highlight other changes, including the new Recovery Assistant feature, designed to aid users experiencing startup issues. Additionally, a notification feature has been added to inform users when their Macs have received updates. Developers can now test their apps without dependency on Rosetta 2, which will be phased out starting with macOS 28.
The public beta of macOS Tahoe is expected to launch in July, with a general release anticipated in September.
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