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Apple’s macOS 26 “Tahoe” arrives with Liquid Glass, a system-wide redesign that makes the menu bar fully transparent, rounds window corners, and introduces floating sidebars and toolbars across core apps. It’s a bold swing meant to unify Apple’s platforms — but the rollout is exposing design seams that heavy Mac users can’t unsee.

Apple’s latest iPhone software is iOS 26, but lots of people are googling “iOS 25” because (1) Apple renamed the platform to match the year—jumping from 18 to 26—so many assume there should be a 2025-branded “25,” and (2) they’re really looking for what’s new, stability takes, or how to update under the old numbering.

Apple stock closed up 1.1% at 236.70 on Monday as early iPhone 17 demand outpaced last year’s cycle, according to multiple Wall Street trackers. Preorders opened Friday; in-store availability is this Friday, which we’ve detailed in When will iPhone 17 be available in stores.

Xiaomi is skipping straight to the 17 series (17, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max) to go head-to-head with Apple’s new iPhones in China, pulling its launch forward and touting “the most significant upgrade” to its numbered line. Company leaders are also claiming first dibs on Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for the range.

The thread is split. Fans see a thoughtful refresh that nods to classic iOS and matches the new Liquid Glass look; critics say the icons feel blurry, low-contrast, and less legible—especially Camera and Clock. A lot of people also say they’ll get used to it in a month.

Short answer: For most users on supported Macs, yes—macOS Tahoe (26) is proving solid enough for daily use, with a few day-one quirks and some app gaps. You can skim what’s new in our overview, macOS Tahoe 26 Released: What’s New and How to Update Your Mac, then decide if you should jump now or wait for 26.1.

Based on Apple’s pattern for the first “.1” after a major iOS release, expect late October 2025 for iOS 26.1. Historically, Apple ships .1 roughly 5–6 weeks after the .0 build. That lines up with a late-October window following iOS 26’s mid-September release.

The ink is barely dry on iOS 26, but “iOS 27” is already trending. That’s normal after a major release—especially one that changes how the iPhone looks and feels. Here’s the short version: iOS 26 did the big visual reset; iOS 27 is shaping up to be the year Apple tunes that new look, pushes Apple Intelligence deeper, and—if the early whispers hold—preps iOS for a foldable iPhone.

With the release of iOS 26, iPhone users are deciding whether to install the update immediately or wait. For most people with a recent iPhone, the new software is stable enough for daily use. Our testing on an iPhone 14 Pro Max shows that while there are minor quirks, the overall experience is smooth.

The original Apple Watch Ultra set a new bar for battery life, rugged build, and outdoor features. Three years later, Ultra 3 arrives with meaningful refinements aimed at athletes and adventurers who want a brighter, smarter, and more connected watch.

Apple expands its music transfer tool globally, letting you move playlists and libraries from Spotify, Tidal, YouTube, and more into Apple Music.

iOS 26 launches, but Apple delays Digital ID for U.S. passports; Wallet support will arrive in a future update soon.

Apple Pay now accepts Affirm and Klarna in stores, letting you split purchases into flexible, transparent payment plans on iOS

Apple releases watchOS 26 with Liquid Glass design, new health alerts, Workout Buddy, Notes app, and updated watch faces today.

CarPlay has become an essential part of the iPhone driving experience, giving you navigation, music, and communication tools without touching your phone. With iOS 26, Apple introduced a new generation of CarPlay widgets that make dashboards more useful, customizable, and safer to use.

Apple’s iPadOS 26 introduces Liquid Glass design, multitasking with resizable windows, new apps and expanded professional tools.

Apple launches iOS 26 with nearly 200 changes, introducing Liquid Glass design, smarter apps and multitasking upgrades.

Apple explains iOS 26 update may temporarily affect iPhone battery and performance, but most impacts fade after setup.