Tech Desk 
Sep 20, 2025
TVOS 26, an innovative update that revolutionises the Apple TV experience with a bold new design and cutting-edge entertainment features, has been officially released by Apple.
Liquid Glass, a design language that gives the interface a lively, expressive aesthetic, is at the core of this upgrade.
A more realistic and captivating visual experience is the floating, three-dimensional menus and windows, translucent user interface components, and a rounded design with softer edges.
The redesign is especially noteworthy on Apple TV, where the browsing experience is improved by the cinematic poster art that takes centre stage.
Additionally, users can now easily access personalised content thanks to the simplification of profile switching and app logins. In the upcoming year, Apple TV users can expect the addition of new Apple Intelligence features.
Moreover, among the most intriguing features is Apple Music Sing, which lets users use their iPhones as microphones to sing along with friends in a karaoke-style setting.
The feature supports multiple iPhone connections, letting friends and family join in, queue tracks, and send real-time emoji reactions that appear on the TV.
Additional noteworthy enhancements include expanded Live Captions, which now translate languages like Spanish, French, and German, and a more customised FaceTime experience with Contact Posters.
Intriguing landscapes have been added to the popular Aerial screensavers, and users can now personalise the screensaver categories.
A significant audio enhancement is also included in TVOS 26, which enables users to set any AirPlay-capable speaker as their Apple TV's permanent, default audio output.
