What's new for Mac OS?

At WWDC 2025, Apple introduced several new features and updates for macOS, specifically in the release named macOS Tahoe. Here are some of the highlights:

Design Updates: macOS Tahoe features a stunning new design with refined widgets, dock, and app icons using liquid glass. The menu bar is now completely transparent, enhancing the visual experience and making the display feel larger. There are also more customization options for the menu bar and control center.
Personalization: Users can personalize their Macs by changing folder colors and adding symbols or emojis. This is complemented by personalized wallpapers and theme colors, allowing for a more seamless integration of personal style.
Continuity Features: New Continuity features include live activities on Mac, allowing users to see updates from their iPhone apps directly on their Mac. The phone app on Mac now includes features like hold assist, call screening, and live translation.
Productivity Enhancements: macOS Tahoe introduces productivity features such as easier window tiling and iPhone mirroring. Shortcuts can now be run automatically based on specific triggers, and intelligent actions have been introduced to enhance automation capabilities.
Gaming and Performance: The release includes Metal 4, which brings next-generation rendering technologies to games, enhancing visuals and dynamic effects. The Neural Engine delivers exceptional performance for AI models.
AppKit Improvements: New system-wide features include writing tools that help with spelling, grammar, and more sophisticated writing concepts like structure and tone. There are also enhancements to SwiftUI integrations and API refinements.
Final Release for Intel Macs: macOS Tahoe will be the final release for Intel Macs, marking a complete transition to Apple Silicon across the product lineup.

For more detailed insights, you can refer to the Platforms State of the Union (52:11) session, which covers macOS updates.