Rogue Amoeba

Recent criticisms of MacOS 26 (Tahoe) menu icons highlight their poor implementation, distracting nature, and inconsistency. While icons can be useful in moderation, Tahoe's excessive and uniform approach harms usability. Apple’s heavy-handed incorporation of icons into third-party apps has cluttered menus, prompting developers, like Rogue Amoeba, to remove them for cleaner designs. The aim is to enhance menu clarity and restore consistent experiences in their products.

https://weblog.rogueamoeba.com/2026/01/10/removing-tahoes-unwanted-menu-icons/

Rogue Amoeba celebrates Neale Van Fleet's 10th anniversary as a designer, highlighting his contributions to major app updates, creative ideas, and engaging content. Recent projects include Audio Hijack 4 and Farrago 2, showcasing his design prowess. Neale also created whimsical content, like a Historic Screenshot Archive. As a recognition, he received a handcrafted silver token. The team appreciates his outstanding work and looks forward to more years together.

https://weblog.rogueamoeba.com/2025/12/12/a-great-looking-decade/

SoundSource 6, a major upgrade to the audio control utility for Mac, offers new features like grouped output devices, AirPlay support, a comprehensive Audio Devices window, and Quick Configs for saving audio setups. Over 30 enhancements include per-app volume control and interface improvements. Download available now for $49 or $25 upgrade for existing users.

https://weblog.rogueamoeba.com/2025/12/04/soundsource-6-is-here/

MacOS 26.1 fixes critical bugs from 26.0, improving audio capture in FaceTime, Phone, and Safari. Issues with sample rate mismatches and “Hey Siri” recognition have been resolved. Users are now recommended to upgrade to MacOS 26.1 or higher for better performance and reliability.

https://weblog.rogueamoeba.com/2025/11/04/macos-26-tahoe-includes-important-audio-related-bug-fixes/

Rogue Amoeba apps now support MacOS 26 (Tahoe); however, users are advised to delay upgrades due to significant bugs causing audio loss. Workarounds are available, and fixes are expected in future Tahoe updates. Users should stick to MacOS 15 (Sequoia) for stability. Rogue Amoeba will keep users updated on Tahoe fixes and is also enhancing its apps. For the latest versions, users can download from their site or check for updates in-app.

https://weblog.rogueamoeba.com/2025/09/12/rogue-amoebas-apps-are-ready-for-macos-26-tahoe/

Fission audio editor updates to version 2.9 with a refreshed interface, bug fixes, and support for MacOS 26 (Tahoe). Key changes include a new app icon and improved design elements, enhancing usability and visual appeal. Users can update via the app or visit the product page for a free trial.

https://weblog.rogueamoeba.com/2025/09/10/fission-2-9-gets-a-fresh-face/