macOS 26.4 is out now with subtle upgrades and a big hint about the future

Apple has officially rolled out macOS Tahoe 26.4, and while it’s not a flashy update, it brings a handful of useful tweaks and improvements.

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The update focuses on refinements rather than major new features, with Apple adding small quality-of-life changes, system optimizations, and bug fixes. Notably, there’s still no sign of the upgraded Siri AI features, which many were expecting.

What’s new in macOS 26.4?

The update may be subtle, but there are a few noteworthy additions. One of the more practical upgrades is a new Battery Charge Limit feature, which lets users cap charging between 80% and 100% to help preserve long-term battery health, something Mac users have wanted for a while.

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Apple has also brought back the compact Safari tab bar, giving users a more space-efficient browsing