"Among the smaller, back-end updates, Edge Light is a feature designed for individuals who frequently participate in virtual video calls on their Macs. Also: MacOS 26 envy? 4 best features that Windows PC users can already use What is Edge Light? Edge Light is a camera effect that uses your Mac's display to omit a bright white border around the screen, aiming to enhance your picture and appearance in low-light conditions."
"Edge Light also works with integrated webcams and external cameras connected to the Mac. Users can access this feature when using FaceTime, where it will reside alongside other video calling features, such as Portrait Mode, Studio Light, and Voice Isolation. Currently, Edge Light is available in the MacOS 26.2 developer beta, with an official release slated for December if the software release continues to proceed as planned."
macOS 26.2 developer beta is available to developers for testing application compatibility and includes back-end updates and a camera feature called Edge Light. Edge Light uses the Mac display to create a bright white border that improves appearance in low-light conditions and can replace a detachable ring light during video calls. The feature relies on the Mac Neural Engine to detect face size and position and adjusts the effect accordingly. Edge Light requires Apple Silicon Macs (M1 or newer) and supports integrated and external cameras. The feature appears in FaceTime alongside Portrait Mode, Studio Light, and Voice Isolation. An official release is slated for December, and beta enrollment is required.
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