Apple Releases macOS Tahoe 26.2 With Edge Light - MacRumors

Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.2, the second major update since September and arriving five weeks after 26.1. You can download it in System Settings > Software Update.

Headline features

• Edge Light: Uses your Mac display as a virtual ring light to brighten your face on video calls in low light. Adjust light width and temperature, with mouse-aware dimming so you can access on-screen content. Can auto-enable in low light on Mac models introduced in 2024 and later.

New in apps

• Podcasts: Auto-generated chapters for easier navigation, plus links to mentioned shows directly from the player and transcript.
• Games: Library filters by category, size, and more; in-game challenge score banners; connected controller support.

Other enhancements and fixes

• AirDrop codes add verification for transfers with unknown contacts.
• Apple News sidebar now includes quick Section links (Sports, Politics, Business, Food, and more).
• Freeform gains tables that hold text, images, documents, and drawings, with cells that resize intelligently.
• Apple Music: Favorite Songs playlist appears in Top Picks.
• Fixes an issue where pre-release albums did not become playable right at release time.

Security

• For details on the security content of Apple software updates, visit: support.apple.com/100100.

Source: https://www.macrumors.com/2025/12/12/apple-releases-macos-tahoe-26-2/