Apple reverses new tab UI in macOS Tahoe 26 beta 3, increases contrast to make tabs easier to identify.

Apple has addressed user complaints about the new tab UI in macOS Tahoe 26 betas 1 and 2 by increasing contrast and eliminating the black bar that made it difficult to identify the active tab. The change applies to both Safari and Terminal.

Apple has taken steps to address user feedback regarding the new tab UI in macOS Tahoe 26 betas 1 and 2. The company has increased contrast and eliminated the black bar that made it difficult to identify the active tab in both Safari and Terminal. This enhancement aims to improve user experience and address the concerns raised by developers and early adopters [1].

The third beta of macOS Tahoe 26 was released to developers on July 7, 2025. This update comes two weeks after the release of macOS Tahoe beta 2. Apple is expected to release public betas for this version soon, as it is already July. macOS Tahoe includes a new design called "Liquid Glass," which adapts to the surrounding elements with a translucent material. This design aims to create a more dynamic and visually appealing interface across all Apple devices [1].

Apple has also released the third beta of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, and visionOS 26 to developers. These updates can be downloaded through the Settings app on compatible devices. The new Liquid Glass interface is a significant redesign that is expected to be available to the general public later this year, coinciding with the iPhone 17 launch [3].

Developers can opt-in to receive beta updates by going to Settings General Software Update Beta Updates and selecting macOS Tahoe Developer Beta. Users can also sign up as Public Beta Testers for macOS Tahoe on the Apple Beta website. The update is compatible with various Mac models, including the MacBook Air (M1, 2020 and later), MacBook Pro (M1, 2020 and later), iMac (2020 and later), and Mac mini (2020 and later) [1].

While the new Liquid Glass interface is a notable feature, the improved tab UI is a more immediate and practical enhancement for users. This update demonstrates Apple's commitment to listening to user feedback and making iterative improvements to its software. As the public beta phase approaches, it will be interesting to see how users respond to these changes and what further refinements Apple may make.

References:
[1] Appleosophy. (2025, July 7). Apple rolls out the third beta of macOS Tahoe to developers. Retrieved from https://appleosophy.com/2025/07/07/apple-rolls-out-the-third-beta-of-macos-tahoe-to-developers/
[2] Reddit. (2025, July 7). Apple Seeds Third Beta of macOS Tahoe to Developers. Retrieved from https://www.reddit.com/r/MacOSBeta/comments/1lu05au/apple_seeds_third_beta_of_macos_tahoe_to/
[3] WCCFTech. (2025, July 7). Apple releases iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, watchOS 26, and visionOS 26 third beta to developers. Retrieved from https://wccftech.com/download-apple-releases-ios-26-third-beta-to-developers/