Apple has released the second developer beta of macOS Tahoe, which includes several new features and changes for Mac users. Here are the key updates:
* The Finder app icon has been redesigned to its former glory, addressing user feedback from the first beta.
* The Migration Assistant app icon also received a fresh coat of paint.
* A “Show menu bar background” option has been added to the System Settings app under Menu Bar, allowing users to customize their experience.
* Developers can now enroll in beta testing for AirPods firmware updates directly on a Mac.
* Public betas for AirPods firmware updates will be available starting July for the first time, with improved audio quality and new features.
Additionally, Apple has made some other changes, including:
* A new Recovery Assistant feature that can help recover devices if they don’t start up normally.
* Improved support for Apple Intelligence when booting from an external drive.
* A new notification when a Mac is updated.
* Changes to how developers test their apps, with Rosetta 2 being phased out starting with macOS 28.
The first public beta of macOS Tahoe will be available in July, with the final update expected to arrive in September.
Source: https://www.macrumors.com/2025/06/24/macos-tahoe-beta-2-new-features-changes