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Apple rolls out first Release Candidates for macOS Tahoe 26.7.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.8.1

After releasing macOS 27.2 beta 1 earlier today, Apple is now rolling out the first RCs of macOS Tahoe 26.7.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.8.1. Here are the details. more…

Apple rolls out first Release Candidates for macOS Tahoe 26.7.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.8.1

Apple has unveiled the first Release Candidates (RCs) for macOS Tahoe 26.7.1 and macOS Sequoia 15.8.1, following the release of macOS 27.2 beta 1 earlier today. The decision to release the RCs without a preceding beta cycle may be aimed at safeguarding details about the upcoming iPhone Duo. Alongside the macOS releases, Apple also provided the first set of release candidates for the operating systems.

Both release notes emphasize that the updates primarily deliver crucial security enhancements, recommended for all users. These release candidates follow the official release of macOS Tahoe 26.7 and macOS Sequoia 15.8, underscoring Apple's commitment to streamlining software development and bug fixing through the utilization of AI-assisted tools.

The RC build identifiers for macOS Tahoe 26.7.1 are 25G309, and for macOS Sequoia 15.8.1's first RC, they are 24H208. Readers are invited to share any observations regarding these RCs in the comments section. For additional Apple news, visit 9to5Mac on YouTube.

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