macOS Tahoe

Description

macOS Tahoe (macOS 26) is an Apple operating system available for Mac computers.

Platform:

Cost:  Free 

Available To: Everyone with a compatible Mac

Overview

 

macOS Tahoe, Apple's newest operating system and twenty-second major release of macOS, was released September 15, 2025. macOS Tahoe includes the addition of a redesigned UI, improvements to Continuity and Spotlight and the Journal app. For a detailed list of changes, visit https://www.apple.com/os/macos/.

 

Support Status

macOS Tahoe is currently supported on University and student Macs. Support for macOS Tahoe is expected last until the end of 2028.

Installation

macOS is installed on all Classroom and Lab Mac computers on campus as part of the Standard Classroom and Computer Lab Software. macOS is also installed as part of the University's Standard Software on all Faculty and Staff Mac computers.

You can upgrade to macOS Tahoe via Software Update in System Preferences or General > Software Update in System Settings. System Preferences/System Settings can be found under the Apple Menu or in the Applications folder on your Mac.

While macOS Tahoe is supported for both University and student Macs, we suggest caution when upgrading to a new OS. Prior to upgrading, we recommend that you have a backup that you can restore your computer to if the upgrade fails. In addition, you should allow at least 45-60 minutes for the upgrade to complete, and do not restart the computer while the upgrade is installing, even if it appears to be frozen.

Installation or Troubleshooting Issues: Contact the Help Desk at 804-287-6400 or Submit a Ticket

See Also

Troubleshoot OS updates on macOS (Faculty/Staff)

macOS Tahoe is compatible with these computers

How to download and install macOS

Additional Resources:

macOS User Guide

New features available in macOS Tahoe

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