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Apple says Spotlight indexing after software updates can take hours or days depending on data volume; indexing finishes more quickly when the device is idle, plugged in, and connected to the internet, and the index is stored locally and kept private, not shared with Apple or other devices.
Apple released a support guide on how Spotlight indexing works and three conditions to speed up the initial indexing across iOS, iPadOS, and macOS: keep your device unused, connect it to power, and ensure a Wi‑Fi or Ethernet connection so data can be downloaded. Initial indexing can take hours or days, but subsequent updates are faster, with progress shown in the system UI.
Film at Lincoln Center's 64th New York Film Festival unveils the Spotlight lineup: 13 features and 10 shorts featuring world premieres and Cannes standouts such as Godzilla Minus Zero as Spotlight Gala, Werner Herzog's Bucking Fastard, Cristian Mungiu's Fjord, Jordan Firstman's Club Kid, Jesse Eisenberg's The Debut, Edward Said: Between Worlds, plus Spotlight Shorts and New York Shorts programs; NYFF64 runs September 25–October 12 across Lincoln Center and NYC venues.
Apple's iOS 27 Beta 5 lands with a redesigned Find My, Spotlight search upgrades, and a Siri visual refresh, plus measurable battery life and performance gains. The beta schedule shifts from bi-weekly to weekly, with Beta 5 today (Aug 3), Beta 6 on Aug 10, Beta 7 on Aug 17, Beta 8 on Aug 24, and a Release Candidate around Sept 7–8 ahead of the public iOS 27 launch around Sept 14.
Apple releases iOS 26.6 for iPhone, delivering bug fixes, security updates (over 75 fixes), and Spotlight index optimization to prep for iOS 27, along with a new Blocked Contacts Limit Reached alert and notes that an anti-snatching feature is in development; installation is via Settings → General → Software Update.
Apple plans to release iOS 26.6 next week with bug fixes and security updates while pre-tuning Spotlight for the upcoming iOS 27 revamp. An RC build is out to developers and public beta testers, with a public launch likely around July 27 alongside macOS Tahoe 26.6. The update also adds a new alert for reaching the max number of blocked contacts and includes code for an anti-theft feature that may arrive later. Starting Spotlight indexing now should smooth the transition to iOS 27 when it ships.
Apple's iOS 26.6 RC adds bug fixes and optimizes Spotlight indexing to prepare for iOS 27, with a small new alert for blocking too many contacts and hints of an anti-snatching feature; a full public release is expected within about two weeks as Apple shifts focus to iOS 27.
Apple’s iOS 26.6 updates optimize the Spotlight index to prep for iOS 27, which should speed up the lengthy re-indexing that comes with the iOS 27 beta and benefit users who skip the beta; the update also includes bug fixes and security improvements and is expected to be released next week.
Apple’s iOS 26.6 RC release notes reveal that Spotlight indexing will be optimized in advance to prepare for iOS 27, aiming to reduce long indexing times at launch. If you install 26.6, your iPhone may run indexing in the background to ensure a smoother iOS 27 experience.
Apple unveils macOS 27 Golden Gate at WWDC 2026 with refinements to the Liquid Glass UI to reduce translucency legibility issues on LCD MacBooks, plus new modes to improve clarity. The Finder gains a smarter search index to surface relevant photos and files, toolbars/sidebars get a unified, clearer look, and Siri now works more closely with Spotlight for smarter query handling, alongside performance boosts for faster app launches.
Google has rolled out a global English version of its Windows desktop app that mimics macOS’s Spotlight. Accessible via Alt+Space on Windows 10 or newer, the app lets you search the web, local files, and Google Drive with views like All, Images, and AI Mode, and it supports Google Lens or screen sharing; a macOS/Linux version isn’t confirmed, though a Gemini app for macOS is reportedly in testing.
macOS 26 Tahoe introduces a major update with a new Liquid Design language, enhanced Spotlight search capabilities, a new Phone app for calls, Live Activities on Mac, AI-powered Shortcuts, and a dedicated Games app, marking a significant shift in Apple's desktop OS with a focus on uniformity, usability, and gaming.
Apple's macOS Tahoe public beta introduces significant updates including a new design language, enhanced Spotlight features, expanded Shortcuts automation, and a revamped menu bar, though the design feels unfinished and inconsistent on the Mac. The update aims to improve productivity and integrate more AI-driven features, but the interface still needs refinement to better suit Mac users.
macOS Tahoe introduces five key features that significantly boost productivity: an improved Clipboard History accessible via Spotlight, Spotlight direct actions for faster task execution, integration of Apple Intelligence into Shortcuts for smarter automation, Live Activities displayed in the menu bar for real-time updates, and the ability to answer and place phone calls directly from the Mac, streamlining workflows and reducing distractions.
Apple's macOS Tahoe 26 introduces a new Liquid Glass design language with transparent accents, updated Spotlight features for easier keyboard navigation, and customizable themes, offering a mix of aesthetic updates and enhanced functionality, though some design choices are initially polarizing.