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iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 26: The MacStories Reviews

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Sep 15, 2025
The hosts dive into their annual reviews of iOS 26 and macOS 26, unraveling innovative features like the stunning 'liquid glass' design that transforms user interaction. They discuss iPadOS 26's new multitasking capabilities and the exciting enhancements in user experience for macOS Tahoe, including GPT-5 integration. Along the way, the duo shares insights about their creative processes, the perks of joining Club MacStories, and even highlights the unique podcast 'First Last Everything' that blends technology with creativity.
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Liquid Glass Is Visual And Dynamic

  • Liquid Glass pairs translucent "glass" visuals with fluid UI dynamics that morph controls into contextual elements.
  • Federico argues the liquid (motion) is more important than the glass material for future compact UIs.
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Apple Silicon Enables Real‑Time UI Scale

  • Apple leverages Apple Silicon GPU power to render real-time UI effects across many devices at scale.
  • Federico says no other platform currently matches Apple's cross-device rendering capability.
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Design Change Requires Accepting Breakage

  • New design experiments inevitably break some things; iteration is required to refine them.
  • Federico frames Liquid Glass as a necessary risk to keep platforms evolving and selling devices.
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