Apple releases macOS 26.0.1 (Tahoe) and other OS updates

Apple has released macOS 26.0.1 (Tahoe), a point update that delivers important bug fixes and security updates. Notably, the update resolves an issue that prevented some Macs — especially certain Mac Studio models with the M3 Ultra chip — from upgrading to macOS Tahoe. Apple also pushed out 26.0.1 updates for iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS and visionOS.

What’s fixed

• Fixes an upgrade-blocking issue affecting some Mac Studio M3 Ultra models, allowing them to install macOS Tahoe.
• Important bug fixes and security updates across macOS (no new features).
• Companion 26.0.1 updates for iOS/iPadOS/watchOS/tvOS/visionOS addressing device-specific bugs and stability issues.

Details & official notes

Official Apple support article: macOS 26.0.1 Update — Apple Support

Additional reporting: AppleInsider: OS 26.0.1 updates

How to update

On your Mac: Apple menu > System Settings > General > Software Update (or Apple menu > About This Mac > Software Update).

Recommendation

If you run macOS Tahoe, install 26.0.1 to ensure your Mac has the latest fixes and to resolve upgrade problems on affected machines.

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