The last macOS Tahoe review -- neither terrible nor great
The review of macOS Tahoe reveals a mixed reception, highlighting that while it has some useful features, it falls short of being revolutionary. The Liquid Glass redesign has received criticism, and many users may not notice its changes. Overall, the update includes practical additions but struggles with certain functionalities, particularly the Phone app.
- ▪macOS Tahoe has been described as one of the most controversial Mac updates ever.
- ▪The Liquid Glass redesign has more critics than supporters, with many users indifferent to its changes.
- ▪Key features like Clipboard history and Spotlight Actions are useful, but the Phone app has significant performance issues.
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Review The last macOS Tahoe review — neither terrible nor great William Gallagher 0 e-mail BlueSky Mastodon X Facebook Reddit Fri May 22 2026, 08:51 AM EDT · 8 minute read Apple's macOS Tahoe is good, it's just not as revolutionary as advertised Review Rating Get from Apple -> If you buy through our links, we may get a commission. Read our ethics policy. Apple's macOS Tahoe has been one of the most controversial and divisive Mac updates ever. After almost a year of use, not even including Apple Intelligence, some of its touted benefits haven't worked out. Maybe this is just how it always is. For instance, when macOS Big Sur was announced, it was a gigantic change for the Mac yet now you can't even remember what was so new about it.
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