Apple iOS 26: Beta Update, New Design, Features, Devices & More

iOS 26 Officially Unveiled

iOS 26 Release Timeline

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How To Get iOS 26 Beta

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iPhones Not Supported

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iOS 26 Supported Devices

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Apple Intelligence Support

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Liquid Glass Design Debuts

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Revamped Native Apps

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iOS 26 = Future of iPhone

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iOS 26 Officially Unveiled

Apple introduces iOS 26 with its biggest design revamp since iOS 7 — meet the stunning “Liquid Glass” interface!

iOS 26 Release Timeline

iOS 26 Developer Beta launched on June 9, 2025 Full release expected in September 2025

How To Get iOS 26 Beta

Join Apple Developer Program (free) > Go to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates > Choose iOS 26 Developer Beta.

iPhones Not Supported

iPhone Xs, Xs Max, and XR won’t get iOS 26. Time to upgrade if you want the latest features and design.

iOS 26 Supported Devices

iPhones 11 to 16 series, SE 2nd & 3rd Gen, and new iPhone 16e are all supported for iOS 26.

Apple Intelligence Support

Only newer models—iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, 16 lineup, and 16e—will support Apple Intelligence features in iOS 26.

Liquid Glass Design Debuts

iOS 26 brings a new “Liquid Glass” look—reflective, translucent, and reactive UI that shifts with your environment.

Revamped Native Apps

Apps like Messages, Mail, and Calendar now match the new Liquid Glass style with smarter layout, controls, and interactions.

iOS 26 = Future of iPhone

Apps like Messages, Mail, and Calendar now match the new Liquid Glass style with smarter layout, controls, and interactions.