Apple Releases macOS Golden Gate Beta 8

Apple recently released the eighth beta version of macOS Golden Gate to developers. This update follows the seventh beta, which was shared a week prior. To access the new macOS Golden Gate, developers must navigate to System Settings > General > Software Update and enable Beta Updates. A free developer account is mandatory.

macOS Golden Gate brings numerous design enhancements. Liquid Glass opacity has been refined for better readability, a slider allows users to adjust transparency levels, and revised shadowing helps identify active windows. Apps now feature consistent toolbars, edge-to-edge sidebars, and less rounded corners. Additionally, there are fewer icons in the menu bars.

Notably, Siri has undergone a transformation into an AI-powered chatbot. Known as "Siri AI," it integrates general world knowledge, personal data, and onscreen awareness to respond to inquiries and locate information. Siri now resides in Spotlight, accessible through a "Search" or "Ask" interface. Users can also engage with Siri in a dedicated app, view past conversations, and even set a custom voice for the AI assistant with personalized pace and expressivity.

Visual Intelligence is now available on Macs, enabling Siri to answer questions about content on the screen. A "Write with Siri" feature allows Siri to generate text or provide feedback on written work. The Photos app now includes AI photo editing tools, Safari offers AI-based tab organization, and the Passwords app introduces AI-driven password updates. Lastly, the revamped Image Playground app can generate photorealistic images. For more details on these features, refer to the comprehensive macOS Golden Gate roundup.