Apple released iOS 26 (ios 18.7) yesterday (Sep 15). It’s not a small update. The look and feel of the iPhone has changed. Menus, icons, and screens now look fresh and modern.
New features make your phone smarter. Easier to use. Whether you love tech or just use your phone daily. This update will change how you use your iPhone.
🌐 What’s New in iOS 26?
1. Liquid Glass Interface
iOS 26 brings a fresh new look Icons and screens are no longer flat. Apple added a “Liquid Glass” style. It looks smooth, shiny, and see-through. Apps and widgets now have a soft glow. Your iPhone feels more modern and alive.
- Lock Screen: Time display adapts to your wallpaper
- Notifications: Smart positioning to avoid covering key photo elements
- Home Screen: Icons now support light/dark modes, color tints, and even a clear style
2. Apple Intelligence: AI that feels natural to use
Apple’s new AI suite, branded as Apple Intelligence, brings smart features right into your daily use.
- Live Translation: Converts text in Messages, FaceTime captions, and Phone calls in real time.
- Visual Intelligence: Tap a photo to add events to Calendar or convert email lists into Reminders.
- Genmoji & Image Playground: Create custom emojis and graphics using text + emoji combos.
3. Smarter Communication Tools
- Call Screening: Unidentified callers must state their name before your phone rings.
- Hold Assist: Let your iPhone wait on hold and notify you when a human picks up the call.
- Group Chat Polls: Vote on decisions like where to meet or what to eat.
4. iPhone Mirroring on Mac
Control your iPhone directly from your Mac – yes, with full audio support. Perfect for multitaskers and creators.
5. Apple Music AutoMix
Turn your playlist into a DJ set with beat-matching and time-stretching. Plus, lyrics now auto-translate into your preferred language.
📱 Supported Devices
iOS 26 is available for:
- iPhone 11 and newer
- iPhone-SE (2nd gen and up)
- iPhone-17 and iPhone Air come pre-installed with iOS 26
- ⚠️ Apple Intelligence features require iPhone 15 Pro or newer
🛠️ How to Install
- Go to Settings → General → Software Update
- Tap Download and Install
- Reboot and enjoy the new e
Concusion:
iOS 26 is more than a design change. Apple is moving toward smarter phones, update makes your iPhone easier to use. It looks better and works faster.
Whether you make videos, teach online, or just use your phone – iOS 26 has something useful for you.
