In addition to the addition of the "Liquid Glass" design language, the most important thing about the tvOS 26 operating system update is the addition of more intuitive operation functions. It also allows quick switching of multiple user settings on the Apple TV device, and even adds the function of using the iPhone as a microphone.
After tvOS 26 added the "Liquid Glass" design language, the translucent interface further amplified the visual experience of audio and video content, while also making the related operation interface more intuitive. For example, you can use the drop-down menu to turn on Do Not Disturb mode, shut down, and other options.
This update also makes it easier to switch between different user accounts, allowing Apple TV devices to quickly switch to different user configurations and service content, and developers can also use the Automatic Sign-In API to allow apps to automatically log in with corresponding user identities.
In addition to the previous design that allowed Apple TV devices to be used as karaoke equipment with Apple Music, this update also allows users to use their iPhone as a microphone, and even adjust the volume of the song's vocals, the microphone mixing effect, and even request songs directly with the iPhone.
Other updated features include instant translation, lyrics translation, incoming call notifications, a new FaceTime interface, and previews of several Apple original series that will soon be available on Apple TV+. The standby screen also adds more aerial footage shot in India.
