iOS 26 introduces a Liquid Glass look and is more intelligent because of Apple Intelligence. The new features ensure your iPhone has a fresh design and include important tools for all users.
Key Highlights:
A “Liquid Glass” look has been applied, and iOS 26 now stands out with new icons, widgets, and lively Lock and Home screen displays.
Apple Intelligence makes it possible to use features such as:
Real-time translation is available for phone calls, messages, and using FaceTime.
Just click, speak, or type on something you see—logical can help you with pictures, for example, by answering your questions or letting you add events from a picture.
You can use AI to design distinct emojis and photos.
There are now better shortcuts and useful tips in Siri.
App Upgrades:
With this update, phones and messages are more effective in terms of communication features like call screening and filtering messages.
CarPlay now has an improved way to manage phone calls, new widgets for quick access, and better connections with your car.
Lyrics Translation and AutoMix are some of the features on Apple Music that allow for easy change between songs.
Log your trip places and rely on suggestions for a smarter way to reach them.
Installment payments are available, as well as enhanced help for travelers.
Apple has announced a Games App to make it easier for you to discover and enjoy games from one place.
These features are included in AirPods: better-quality sound recording and the ability to control your camera remotely.
Availability:
The release version is still not ready, but developer beta is available right now.
In the next month, you can participate in the public beta.
The complete release is set for Fall together with iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26.
iPhones that will be compatible with this new and updated iOS -
iPhone 16 series (16e, 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max)
iPhone 15 series (15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max)
iPhone 14 series (14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max)
iPhone 13 series (13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max)
iPhone 12 series (12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max)
iPhone 11 series (11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max)
iPhone SE (2nd generation and newer)