macOS Tahoe 26.5.2 (25F84) is now Available For All Users!
UPDATED: 06/29/26
This article will be continually updated as new information comes in.
Apple just released the 5th minor update for macOS Tahoe to the public! Let’s jump in and find out what’s new.
This update is a very small point release that shows the following notes:
The 26.5.2 Update includes the following:
“This update provides security fixes for your Mac.”
If you look at the security update page, it does not have just one or two security fixes. The Tahoe 26.5.2 update includes fixes for 38 individual CVE vulnerabilities. Normally smaller point releases will have fixes for a few bugs and a few security items but this is a lot
macOS Tahoe Patch Notes Summary
1. New Features – 0
2. Developer Documented Fixes – 0
3. Security Fixes – 11
4. Enterprise Fixes – 0
5. Safari Security (Webkit) – 17
6. Safari – 26.5.2 for macOS Sequoia and Sonoma
7. Full installer & IPSW – Both Released
8. OpenCore Legacy Patcher Users – NOT COMPATIBLE!
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OpenCore Legacy Patcher for Unsupported Macs
OCLP 2.4.1 & macOS Tahoe 26.5.2 : DO NOT INSTALL! NOT COMPATIBLE YET. This release is in full testing and it is not recommended that you attempt to install it yet.!
macOS Golden Gate Beta 27.0 Beta 2 is now Available!
UPDATED: 06/22/26
Apple has released the second developer beta of macOS Golden Gate with more refinements to the new interface and AI features.
Beta 2 further improves the Liquid Glass design with better readability, updated window styling, and a new transparency slider that lets you control the amount of the glass effect.
Apple is also expanding Siri AI on the Mac. It now lives in Spotlight, has its own app for conversations, can answer questions about your files and what’s on your screen, and can help with writing.
This beta also includes additional AI features across apps like Photos, Safari, Passwords, and Image Playground as Apple continues preparing macOS Golden Gate for its public beta next month.
Table of Contents
OCLP Users Warning
Should You Install macOS Golden Gate?
Full Apple Update Release List
What’s New in macOS Golden Gate?
Apple macOS Golden Gate Links
macOS Golden Gate Beta Release History
macOS Golden Gate Full Installer.app
Apple Silicon macOS Golden Gate IPSW Restore File
macOS Golden Gate Update Sizes
Apple Silicon Firmware & iBoot Versions
Safari Version
Security Content of macOS Golden Gate
macOS Golden Gate Release Notes
Final Notes
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1. OCLP Users Warning
OpenCore Legacy Patcher is not compatible with macOS Golden Gate or macOS Tahoe. Make sure you go into System Settings > Software Update and turn off Download Updates and Install macOS Updates.
If you use OCLP on an unsupported Mac, wait for official OpenCore Legacy Patcher 3.0.0 testing and compatibility information before attempting to install.
2. Should You Install macOS Golden Gate Beta?
Most users should not install macOS Golden Gate Beta 1 on their main Mac. This is early beta software, which means apps may crash, battery life may be reduced, accessories may not work correctly, and some features may be unfinished.
Install it only if you have a test Mac, a full backup, and a reason to test the new release early. I recommend two types of backups: Time Machine & A direct copy of your important files and apps
This might seem like a lot, but TRUST ME, it will be worth it if something goes wrong!
MacAdmins, developers, and advanced users can begin testing app compatibility, MDM enrollment, security tools, VPN clients, printers, FileVault workflows, software update behavior, and deployment processes.
3. Full Apple Update Release List
Beta 2
macOS Golden Gate 27.0 (26A5368g)
iOS 27.0 (24A5370h)
iPadOS 27.0 (24A5370h)
tvOS 27.0 (24J5305f)
homePodOS 27.0 (24J5305f)
visionOS 27.0 (24M5306i)
watchOS 27.0 (Waiting)
Safari
Safari 27.0
Developer Tools
Xcode 27 beta
Command Line Tools for Xcode 27 beta
4. What’s New in macOS Golden Gate Beta 2?
Apple has released the 2nd developer beta of macOS Golden Gate 27.
New Features & Changes
Liquid Glass Design Updates
macOS Golden Gate brings a more polished Liquid Glass design with better readability, improved contrast, more consistent toolbars, edge-to-edge sidebars, updated window shapes, and refreshed menu bar icons. Apple has also added a new slider that lets you adjust the Liquid Glass look from very clear to fully tinted.
Performance Improvements
Apple says the system should feel faster overall, with quicker AirDrop transfers, faster network file browsing, faster Safari start page loading, improved Mail search ranking, and better Spotlight search suggestions.
Siri AI on Mac
The biggest new feature is Siri AI on Mac. Siri can now answer more natural questions, understand personal context, take actions inside apps, work from Spotlight, and live inside a new dedicated Siri app for longer conversations.
Visual Intelligence
Visual Intelligence is also coming to the Mac, letting you ask questions about what’s on your screen and get help based on the content you’re looking at.
Writing Tools & Apple Intelligence
Golden Gate expands Writing Tools with Siri, adds better AI photo editing, improves Image Playground, and lets you create Shortcuts from plain-language descriptions.
Safari & Passwords
Safari gets smarter tab grouping, page-change alerts, and faster start page loading. Apple is also adding one-click password fixes to help update weak or reused passwords more easily.
Family, Safety & Accessibility
Golden Gate includes stronger child safety controls, improved Screen Time features, and new accessibility improvements across the system.
Other Notable Changes
Other smaller changes include ultrawide display upgrades, better iCloud Shared Albums, Call Context, enhanced Flyover in Maps, swipe-to-refresh in more apps, and a refreshed video podcasts experience.
5. Apple macOS Golden Gate Links
Official links will be added as Apple publishes more macOS Golden Gate documentation.
Apple Developer Site — macOS 27
macOS Beta Program Information
Apple Security Updates Page
Apple macOS Golden Gate Features Page
6. macOS Golden Gate Beta Release History
macOS Golden Gate 27.0 Beta 2
Version: macOS Golden Gate 27.0 Beta 2
Build: 26A5368g
Release Date: 06/22/26
Release Type: Developer Beta
macOS Golden Gate 27.0 Beta 1
Version: macOS Golden Gate 27.0 Beta 1
Build: 26A5353q
Release Date: 06/09/26
Release Type: Developer Beta
7. macOS Golden Gate Full Installer.app
The full installer is useful if you want to create a USB installer, install macOS Golden Gate on another Mac, or archive the installer for testing.
Use this link to download the latest version of macOS Golden Gate Full installer AKA InstallAssistant.pkg
8. Apple Silicon macOS Golden Gate IPSW Restore File
An IPSW restore file is mainly used to restore or revive Apple Silicon Macs with Apple Configurator, Finder, or another Mac.
Most users do not need the IPSW file for normal macOS updates. IPSW files are intended for restores, revives, troubleshooting, clean installs, and testing workflows.
Use this link to download the full Mac IPSW restore file directly from Apple:
If you install macOS Golden Gate Beta 2, make sure you have a full backup before proceeding. Beta software can cause app compatibility issues, performance problems, and data loss. Do not install this beta on your main Mac unless you are comfortable troubleshooting and restoring macOS.
Apple has released the first developer beta of macOS Golden Gate Beta 27. This is the first major beta release of Apple’s next version of macOS.
Sadly, this will be the first macOS release in almost 20 years, and 17 macOS releases, that does not support Intel devices. We all knew this was coming, but it is still a bummer for sure.
Golden Gate is looking like a Snow Leopard-type release that focuses on performance across the system, including a rebuilt search index that should make Spotlight, Mail, Photos, and other search-heavy areas feel faster and more reliable. Apple also reworked a lot of the Liquid Glass interface, which was needed for sure. We now have a slider like iOS has, so we can use more or less of the glass effect.
The main story, though, is Siri AI finally becoming more useful on the Mac. It’s built into Spotlight, available as its own app for longer conversations, and can help with writing, file questions, Visual Intelligence shortcuts, and more contextual actions. Golden Gate also brings stronger Screen Time and parental controls, but there’s a major compatibility note: this looks like the end of Intel Mac support, and the newest
Table of Contents
OCLP Users Warning
Should You Install macOS Golden Gate?
Full Apple Update Release List
What’s New in macOS Golden Gate?
Apple macOS Golden Gate Links
macOS Golden Gate Beta Release History
macOS Golden Gate Full Installer.app
Apple Silicon macOS Golden Gate IPSW Restore File
macOS Golden Gate Update Sizes
Apple Silicon Firmware & iBoot Versions
Safari Version
Security Content of macOS Golden Gate
macOS Golden Gate Release Notes
Final Notes
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1. OCLP Users Warning
OpenCore Legacy Patcher is not compatible with macOS Golden Gate or macOS Tahoe. Make sure you go into System Settings > Software Update and turn off Download Updates and Install macOS Updates.
If you use OCLP on an unsupported Mac, wait for official OpenCore Legacy Patcher 3.0.0 testing and compatibility information before attempting to install.
2. Should You Install macOS Golden Gate Beta?
Most users should not install macOS Golden Gate Beta 1 on their main Mac. This is early beta software, which means apps may crash, battery life may be reduced, accessories may not work correctly, and some features may be unfinished.
Install it only if you have a test Mac, a full backup, and a reason to test the new release early. I recommend two types of backups: Time Machine & A direct copy of your important files and apps
This might seem like a lot, but TRUST ME, it will be worth it if something goes wrong!
MacAdmins, developers, and advanced users can begin testing app compatibility, MDM enrollment, security tools, VPN clients, printers, FileVault workflows, software update behavior, and deployment processes.
3. Full Apple Update Release List
macOS
macOS Golden Gate 27.0 Beta 1 — 26A5353q
macOS Tahoe 26.6 Beta 1 — Same version
macOS Sequoia 15.7.8 Beta 1 — Same version
Safari
Safari 27.0
Developer Tools
Xcode 27 beta
Command Line Tools for Xcode 27 beta
4. What’s New in macOS Golden Gate Beta 1?
Apple has released the first developer beta of macOS Golden Gate 27.
New Features & Changes
Liquid Glass Design Updates
macOS Golden Gate brings a more polished Liquid Glass design with better readability, improved contrast, more consistent toolbars, edge-to-edge sidebars, updated window shapes, and refreshed menu bar icons. Apple has also added a new slider that lets you adjust the Liquid Glass look from very clear to fully tinted.
Performance Improvements
Apple says the system should feel faster overall, with quicker AirDrop transfers, faster network file browsing, faster Safari start page loading, improved Mail search ranking, and better Spotlight search suggestions.
Siri AI on Mac
The biggest new feature is Siri AI on Mac. Siri can now answer more natural questions, understand personal context, take actions inside apps, work from Spotlight, and live inside a new dedicated Siri app for longer conversations.
Visual Intelligence
Visual Intelligence is also coming to the Mac, letting you ask questions about what’s on your screen and get help based on the content you’re looking at.
Writing Tools & Apple Intelligence
Golden Gate expands Writing Tools with Siri, adds better AI photo editing, improves Image Playground, and lets you create Shortcuts from plain-language descriptions.
Safari & Passwords
Safari gets smarter tab grouping, page-change alerts, and faster start page loading. Apple is also adding one-click password fixes to help update weak or reused passwords more easily.
Family, Safety & Accessibility
Golden Gate includes stronger child safety controls, improved Screen Time features, and new accessibility improvements across the system.
Other Notable Changes
Other smaller changes include ultrawide display upgrades, better iCloud Shared Albums, Call Context, enhanced Flyover in Maps, swipe-to-refresh in more apps, and a refreshed video podcasts experience.
5. Apple macOS Golden Gate Links
Official links will be added as Apple publishes more macOS Golden Gate documentation.
Apple Developer Site — macOS 27
macOS Beta Program Information
Apple Security Updates Page
Apple macOS Golden Gate Features Page
6. macOS Golden Gate Beta Release History
macOS Golden Gate 27.0 Beta 1
Version: macOS Golden Gate 27.0 Beta 1
Build: 26A5353q
Release Date: 06/08/26
Release Type: Developer Beta
7. macOS Golden Gate Full Installer.app
The full installer is useful if you want to create a USB installer, install macOS Golden Gate on another Mac, or archive the installer for testing.
Use this link to download the latest version of macOS Golden Gate Full installer AKA InstallAssistant.pkg
8. Apple Silicon macOS Golden Gate IPSW Restore File
An IPSW restore file is mainly used to restore or revive Apple Silicon Macs with Apple Configurator, Finder, or another Mac.
Most users do not need the IPSW file for normal macOS updates. IPSW files are intended for restores, revives, troubleshooting, clean installs, and testing workflows.
Use this link to download the full Mac IPSW restore file directly from Apple:
If you install macOS Golden Gate Beta 1, make sure you have a full backup before proceeding. Beta software can cause app compatibility issues, performance problems, and data loss. Do not install this beta on your main Mac unless you are comfortable troubleshooting and restoring macOS.
Download the macOS Golden Gate Full Installer – Public & Beta Versions.
This database will contain download links for macOS full Installer pkg files (InstallAssistant.pkg). This file is the same full installer that you would download directly from the App Store for Intel and Apple Silicon M1/M2/M3/M4 Mac Computers. The InstallAssistant.pkg is stored on Apple’s servers and contains the full “Install macOS.app”. Once downloaded, all you need to do is install the pkg and the full installer of macOS will be in your applications folder. This change was made when Apple revised the full installer for Big Sur. The InstallAssistant.pkg is not available for Catalina or Mojave.
UPDATED: 10/14/26
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macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 (25F80) is now Available For All Users!
UPDATED: 06/02/26
This article will be continually updated as new information comes in.
Apple just released the 3rd minor update for macOS Tahoe to the public! Let’s jump in and find out what’s new.
This update is a very small point release that shows the following notes:
The 26.5.1 Update includes the following:
This update addresses an issue for enterprise users where Macs with an M5 chip could unexpectedly shut down when using certain content filtering network extensions.
This update appears to only fix one issue with M5 Macs. The update is available for ALL macOS Tahoe supported Macs. The update also does not have any published CVE Security fixes listed on Apple’s Security Update page.
macOS Tahoe Patch Notes Summary
1. New Features – 0
2. Developer Documented Fixes – 0
3. Security Fixes – 0
4. Enterprise Fixes – 1
5. Safari Security (Webkit) – 0
6. Safari – No update
7. Full installer & IPSW – Both Released
8. OpenCore Legacy Patcher Users – NOT COMPATIBLE!
OpenCore Legacy Patcher for Unsupported Macs
OCLP 2.4.1 & macOS Tahoe 26.5.1 : DO NOT INSTALL! NOT COMPATIBLE YET. This release is in full testing and it is not recommended that you attempt to install it yet.!
macOS Tahoe 26.5 (25F71) is now Available For All Users!
UPDATED: 05/12/26
This article will be continually updated as new information comes in.
Apple just released the 5th major update for macOS Tahoe to the public! Let’s jump in and find out what’s new.
This update is a large point release update that shows the following notes:
The 26.5 Update includes the following:
“This update includes enhancements, bug fixes and security updates for your Mac”
NOTE: Apple did not list the below two updates. Thank you to @Dhinak for grabbing the info. The MagSafe info was provided in the Apple Developer Forum.
Suggested Places in Maps displays recommendations based on what’s trending nearby and your recent searches
Power control setting in Energy for Mac mini, Mac Studio, and iMac enables you to power off or restart your Mac using assistive accessories like switches
MagSafe Power adapter color will now show green if the battery charge limit is set and the Mac is fully charged =
The light should now turn green when the device reaches the charging limit.
The light should now turn back to amber if/when power drain causes charging to resume.
developer.apple/com/forum/thread/822390
macOS Tahoe Patch Notes Summary
1. New Features – 3*
2. Developer Documented Fixes – 8
3. Security Fixes – 79
4. Enterprise Fixes – 8
5. Safari Security (Webkit) –
6. Safari – Updated – 26.5
7. Full installer & IPSW – Both Released
8. OpenCore Legacy Patcher Users – NOT COMPATIBLE!
OpenCore Legacy Patcher for Unsupported Macs
OCLP 2.4.1 & macOS Tahoe 26.5 : DO NOT INSTALL! NOT COMPATIBLE YET. This release is in full testing and it is not recommended that you attempt to install it yet.!
macOS Tahoe 26.4.1 (25E253) is now Available For All Users!
UPDATED: 04/15/26
This article will be continually updated as new information comes in.
Apple just released the 3rd minor update for macOS Tahoe to the public! Let’s jump in and find out what’s new.
This update is a point release update that shows the following notes: This update provides bug fixes for your Mac.
As you know, we do not just accept that so we have to dig a little deeper. If you take a look at “What’s new in Enterprise for macOS Tahoe 26” we will see the actual fix:
“Resolved an issue where MacBook Air with M5 and MacBook Pro with M5 Pro or M5 Max failed to join 802.1X Wi-Fi networks while using content filter extensions.”
macOS Tahoe Patch Notes Summary
1. New Features –
2. Developer Documented Fixes –
3. Security Fixes –
4. Enterprise Fixes – 1
5. Safari Security (Webkit) –
6. Safari –
7. Full installer & IPSW – Both Released
8. OpenCore Legacy Patcher Users – NOT COMPATIBLE!
OpenCore Legacy Patcher for Unsupported Macs
OCLP 2.4.1 & macOS Tahoe 26.4.1 : DO NOT INSTALL! NOT COMPATIBLE YET. This release is in full testing and it is not recommended that you attempt to install it yet.!
macOS Tahoe 26.4 (25E246) is now Available For All Users!
UPDATED: 03/31/26
This article will be continually updated as new information comes in.
Apple just released the 4th major update for macOS Tahoe to the public! Let’s jump in and find out what’s new.
This isn’t just a routine update. It will most likely be the final major feature release for macOS Tahoe. After what MacAdmins call the “Spring Release,” most development work usually shifts to the next OS, macOS 27, ahead of its debut in June at WWDC26.
macOS Tahoe Patch Notes Summary
1. New Features – 7
2. Developer Documented Fixes –
3. Security Fixes – 64
4. Enterprise Fixes – 12
5. Safari Security (Webkit) – 7
6. Safari – 26.4
7. Full installer & IPSW – Both Released
8. OpenCore Legacy Patcher Users – NOT COMPATIBLE!
OpenCore Legacy Patcher for Unsupported Macs
OCLP 2.4.1 & macOS Tahoe 26.4 : DO NOT INSTALL! NOT COMPATIBLE YET. This release is in full testing and it is not recommended that you attempt to install it yet.!
macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 (25D2128) is now Available For All Users!
UPDATED: 03/06/26
This article will be continually updated as new information comes in.
Apple just released the 2nd minor update for macOS Tahoe to the public! Let’s jump in and find out what’s new.
New MacBook Neo Wallpaper!
New MacBook Neo Wallpaper! If you update to Tahoe 26.3.1 you can now select one of four new Neo specific wallpapers that were shown in the introduction!
macOS Tahoe Patch Notes Summary
1. PublicDocumentedNew Features – 0
2. PublicDocumentedBug Fixes – “Bug Fixes”
3. Developer Documented Fixes – 0
3. Security Fixes – 0
4. Enterprise Fixes – 0
5. Safari Security (Webkit) -0
7. Safari – 26.3.1
6. Full installer & IPSW – Both Released
7. OpenCore Legacy Patcher Users – NOT COMPATIBLE!
OpenCore Legacy Patcher for Unsupported Macs
OCLP 2.4.1 & macOS Tahoe 26.3.1 : DO NOT INSTALL! NOT COMPATIBLE YET. This release is in full testing and it is not recommended that you attempt to install it yet.!
macOS Tahoe 26.3 (25D125) is now Available For All Users!
UPDATED: 02/12/26
This article will be continually updated as new information comes in.
Apple just released the 3rd major update for macOS Tahoe to the public! Let’s jump in and find out what’s new.
macOS Tahoe Patch Notes Summary
1. PublicDocumentedNew Features – None listed by Apple
2. PublicDocumentedBug Fixes – “Bug Fixes” listed who knows
3. Developer Documented Fixes – 1
3. Security Fixes – 55 CVE’s addressed
4. Enterprise Fixes – 3
5. Safari Security (Webkit) –
7. Safari – 26.3 (21623.2.7.11.6)
6. Full installer & IPSW – Both full installer and IPSW released for 26.3
7. OpenCore Legacy Patcher Users – NOT COMPATIBLE!
OpenCore Legacy Patcher for Unsupported Macs
OCLP 2.4.1 & macOS Tahoe 26.3 : DO NOT INSTALL! NOT COMPATIBLE YET. This release is in full testing and it is not recommended that you attempt to install it yet.!
