macOS Tahoe 26.5
A "Snow Leopard"-style maintenance release with AirPlay, external display, and Bluetooth fixes plus a large security batch. Low-risk and recommended for all Tahoe users.
macOS 26.5: May 27, 2026 · Build 25F76 · Next: macOS 27 at WWDC 2026 (June 8)
⚠️ Important: macOS Tahoe 26 is the final macOS version to support Intel Macs. Future versions will require Apple Silicon.
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Troubleshooting GuidesBuild 25F76 is a stability and bug-fix update — AirPlay, external display, and Bluetooth fixes plus a large security batch. Sequoia 15.7.6 and Sonoma 14.8.6 shipped alongside.
Reports point to a "Snow Leopard" stability year, a redesigned Siri app with conversation history, and the final Rosetta 2 release. Apple Silicon only.
The 25E253 build fixes a bug that prevented M5 MacBook Air and M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pro models from joining 802.1X Wi-Fi networks with content filter extensions enabled.
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Maintenance & Security · Stability and bug fixes (AirPlay, external displays, Bluetooth) plus 45+ security patches
Bug Fix · Resolves 802.1X Wi-Fi failure on M5 MacBook Air and M5 Pro/Max MacBook Pro when content filter extensions are active
Feature Update · Charge Limit (80–100%), Safari compact tab bar returns, 8 new emoji, 70+ security fixes
Feature Update · Studio Display & Studio Display XDR support; ships with M5 MacBook Air and MacBook Pro
Security Update · Patches CVE-2026-20700, Liquid Glass UI options, enhanced parental controls
Security Update · For Macs not yet upgraded to Tahoe