visionOS 26 is the third major software update for Apple Vision Pro. Expected to be released later this fall, this spatial computer operating system brings important new features for Apples latest product category. Heres everything you need to know about visionOS 26 beta 2.Spatial Widgets: One of the most interesting features coming with visionOS 26 is the new spatial widgets. With them, you can place them in real world, and every time you turn on your Apple Vision Pro, theyll remain in the same place. Apple says you can customize them with different frame width, color, and depth.Shared Spatial Experiences: With visionOS 26 beta 2, Apple Vision Pro users can share spatial experiences if theyre in the same room, such as watching a movie in 3D, play a spatial game, or collaborate at work. They can even participate in the same FaceTime call.Proper Personas: visionOS 26 takes the OG Persona feature out of beta. Now, the functionality has been improved so it looks way better than before. Apple says all-new Personas now have striking expressivity and sharpness, offering a full side profile view, and remarkably accurate hair, lashes, and complexion. Spatial Scenes: With a new generative AI algorithm and computation depth, Apple launches Spatial Scenes, which lets photos being seen in multiple perspectives.Spatial Browsing: Safari has been updated so you can read articles by hide distractions and revealing spatial scenes from the photos of the newspapers. visionOS 26 supports native playback of 180-degree, 360-degree, Insta360, GoPro, and Canon recordings.Third-party accessories: Another very interesting feature coming with visionOS 26 beta is the ability to use third-party accessories with the Vision Pro, such as the PlayStation VR2 Sense controller.Alongside visionOS 26 beta 2, Apple also released the second testing versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26. BGR will let you know if we find anything different with these builds.Don't Miss: Apples new iOS 26 betas already leaked 3 unreleased productsThe post visionOS 26 beta 2 now available with 6 improvements for Vision Pro appeared first on BGR.

Following the first beta of watchOS 26, Apple just seeded the second testing version of this upcoming software update for Apple Watch. While Apple has a major redesign coming for the iPhone, iPad, and Mac with iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe, the new watchOS 26 beta doesnt change a lot of the Apple Watch design.For example, Apple slightly tweaked some of the UI, Control Center, and app icons. However, its going to feel as familiar as always. That said, the company is now taking advantage of an iPhone 15 Pro or newer to power more Apple Intelligence features with watchOS 26 beta 2. Here are some of them:Workout Buddy: This fitness experience generates personalized pep talks using voice data from an Apple Fitness+ trainer to encourage users to challenge themselves based on data available in the Health app.Live Translation: The latest Apple Watch models will feature Live Translation capabilities inside the Messages app, which will translate conversations to your preferred language.That said, watchOS 26 beta also brings several intelligence features, including new gestures and tweaks. For example, a new wrist flick makes it easier to dismiss notifications and go back to the Watch Face. You just need to turn your wrist over and then back for that.Once again, the Smart Stack got some nice improvements. When you go to gym, you might see your workout suggestion there. Also, if youre without cellular connection, the Apple Watch can retrace your way back.At this moment, its unclear if Apple is planning new Watch Faces, as it has only tweaked a few of the old ones with the new Liquid Glass design or with support for Apple Watch Series 10s better display.BGR will let you know if we find anything new with watchOS 26 beta 2. Alongside it, Apple released the second test versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26.Don't Miss: 8 Apple Intelligence features coming to your Apple Watch in watchOS 26The post watchOS 26 beta 2 now available with Apple Intelligence features and more appeared first on BGR.

Following the release of the first tvOS 26 beta, Apple is now seeding the second build of this upcoming Apple TV operating system update. Although not every Apple TV will get the latest features, Cupertino has another packed year for its set-top box, as we expect a new model to be released later this year. Heres everything you need to know about tvOS 26 beta 2.Profile-switching improvements: If you share the Apple TV with several family members, tvOS 26 is going to make it easier to switch between profiles, ensuring you are the one getting the proper suggestions. Whenever you wake up the Apple TV from sleeping, you can choose the new profile before using the set-top box.Apple Music improvements: Apple Music is bringing Lyrics Translation and Pronunciation for its users. With these, you can understand the meaning of the songs you like the most and learn their pronunciation, so you can sing all your favorite K-pop songs like never before.FaceTime gets super powered: tvOS 26 beta 2 makes the FaceTime experience even better with Contact Posters on Apple TV. Apple is also adding Live Captions to some languages, making chatting with your foreigner friends way easier. Finally, you can now answer a FaceTime Audio call or phone call from connected HomePod speakers.As always, Apple is also adding new Aerial screen saver. This time, they were captured across India, including in Goa and Kerala. These landscapes are part of the new offerings for tvOS 26. Unfortunately, its unclear if Cupertino will eventually bring the promised tvOS 18 TV & Movies screen savers that were never released.Alongside tvOS 26 beta 2, Apple is releasing the second testing versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, watchOS 26, and visionOS 26. Well let you know if we discover anything new with todays releases.Don't Miss: 13 new features coming in tvOS 26, Apple TVs biggest update everThe post tvOS 26 beta 2 now available, and these are the best new features appeared first on BGR.

A couple of weeks after starting the beta cycle of macOS Tahoe, Apple is now releasing the second test version of this upcoming operating system update for Macs. At this moment, its unclear whats new with it. However, Apple is likely making the general experience with this beta software more reliable, as it aims to release a public beta in the coming month.macOS Tahoe is one of the most important updates for the Mac, especially because it marks the last big software update for Intel Macs. Starting with macOS 27, Apple will only support its own chips, finally concluding the transition between Intel and its silicon.Still, macOS Tahoe beta 2 brings a taste of what Intel Macs can experience with M1 or newer Macs. With a new Liquid Glass design, Apple is making the experience of using the iPhone, the iPad, and the Mac more similar. Cupertino focused this update on improving Continuity features, as Mac users get Live Activities support, a new Phone app, the ability to manage unwanted calls, and make the Mac wait for a live agent while you do other tasks.While some people didnt like the new Finder icon, macOS Tahoe is setting the foundation for a brighter Siri. The new Spotlight index everything on the Mac, including a clipboard containing everything you copied and pasted during the day. Using the Spotlight, you can tell the Mac to summarize documents, create images, and use a Private Cloud Compute model to perform a Shortcut.That said, macOS Tahoe beta 2 keeps improving the integration between Mac and iPhone as Cupertino makes iPhone Mirroring and ChatGPT integration even better. There are also several new Apple Intelligence features coming to the Mac.Alongside macOS Tahoe beta 2, Apple is seeding the second testing versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26.Don't Miss: How macOS Tahoe takes Mac and iPhone integration to the next levelThe post Apple releases macOS Tahoe beta 2 with these improvements appeared first on BGR.

After years of users asking for a more capable iPad software, Apple is finally delivering it with iPadOS 26. With beta 2, the company keeps improving on the new Mac-like features that make not only the iPad Pro a better laptop replacement, but pretty much every iPad available.First of all, the major change iPad users will notice with iPadOS 26 beta 2 is the new Liquid Glass design language. With a more unified appearance across all of Apples various operating systems, switching between the Mac, the iPhone, and the iPad feels more seamless than ever.The most important iPadOS 26 feature Apple is currently testing with beta 2 is the new windowing system, which means users dont have a limit on how many apps can be opened at once. This is especially useful for power users doing multiple tasks at once, but also because the company now finally lets other activities run in the background while youre doing other tasks.Another important change is the massive design shift coming to the Files app, as you can see everything with a list view and resize columns, some of the most wanted features for this app.The new Preview app allows you to edit sketches, PDFs, and images in the Files app. A new Mac menu-like option is available to all iPad apps, which makes the experience of using this table with a Magic Keyboard better and more consistent with Apples computers.iPadOS 26 beta 2 continues to improve Apple Intelligence features, as the company adds Live Translation, in-depth connection to ChatGPT with Image Playground and onscreen awareness, better Genmoji functionality, and an AI-powered Shortcuts app.Alongside beta 2 of iPadOS 26, Apple is also seeding the second testing versions of iOS 26, macOS Tahoe, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26.Don't Miss: 13 iPadOS 26 features that turn the iPad into a touchscreen MacBookThe post iPadOS 26 beta 2 now available to developers with improved Mac-like features appeared first on BGR.

A couple of weeks after seeding the first beta of iOS 26, Apple is ready to move forward with the beta cycle, as the company just released its second testing version. At this moment, its unclear whats new with this software update. However, developers will likely see a huge improvement over general stability and bug fixes. In addition, Apple will likely keep tweaking the new design and new features.The main change with iOS 26 beta 2 is the Liquid Glass design. The company says its beautiful, delightful, and instantly familiar. With this revamp, everything looks different, from the Lock Screen to the Home Screen, Control Center, apps, and more. Apple has simplified the navigation by helping users focus on the content, and they can also choose between new light and dark themes, color-tinted icons, and a new clear look.Besides the new design, iOS 26 beta 2 also continues to improve the Phone and Messages apps. With this upcoming software update, users will be able to manage unwanted calls, use Hold Assist so the iPhone can let you know once a live agent is ready to talk to you, while iMessage users will be able to create polls and customizable backgrounds for the chats.Apple also took the effort to improve Apple Music features, as the company has added new AutoMix, Lyrics Translation, Lyrics Pronunciation, and auto-pin favorite songs functionalities. Also, CarPlay users will get several new features, as the new iOS 26 design is going to take over your infotainment display.Regarding Apple Intelligence features, iOS 26 beta 2 continues to improve the new experiences, including Live Translation, Image Playground, Genmoji, and the new AI-powered Shortcuts app.Beta 2 of iOS 26 is available alongside the second testing versions of iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, watchOS 26, tvOS 26, and visionOS 26.Supported devicesiPhone 16 features two cameras on the back. Image source: Jos Adorno for BGR Image source: Jos Adorno for BGR Image source: Jos Adorno for BGRWith iOS 26,Apple will no longer supportthe iPhone XR and iPhone XS lineup. These are the models getting this upcoming software update.iPhone 11iPhone 11 Pro and 11 Pro MaxiPhone SE (2nd gen)iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro MaxiPhone 13 mini and iPhone 13iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro MaxiPhone SE (3rd gen)iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 PlusiPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro MaxiPhone 15 and iPhone 15 PlusiPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro MaxiPhone 16 and iPhone 16 PlusiPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro MaxWell let you know if we find anything new with todays beta.Don't Miss: How to download iOS 26 beta on your iPhoneThe post iOS 26 beta 2 now available with these 14 features appeared first on BGR.

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