The most dramatic change iOS 26 brings to your iPhone is the new redesigned Liquid Glass visual interface. This is the biggest visual update to your iPhone since the company released iOS 7 in 2013… back when Henry Cavill first put on Superman's iconic suit and cape, and I had just graduated from college with a twinkle in my eye.

After a summer of beta updates, iOS 26 is here. As long as you have a compatible iPhone, you can install the new software right now. Head to Settings > General > Software Update, and get ready for a Liquid Glass makeover.

Apple today provided developers and public beta testers with the iOS 26 Release Candidate, and the update represents the final version of iOS 26

Apple's compatibility list covers most modern iPhones for iOS 26. Here's where your model lands and what to expect if you're on older hardware.

Apple just gave iOS 26 two additions that should prove a hit with users: app icons can now auto-tint based on your iPhone or case color.

Apple will release its annual software upgrade this month to replace iOS 18, but we're not going to be getting iOS 19. Instead, we're

For those who choose to install the RC, it offers a polished preview of iOS 26, complete with performance enhancements, battery optimizations, and improved stability. On the other hand, waiting for the public release ensures you receive the final version without any lingering uncertainties.

Other upgrades coming to the Powerbeats Pro 2 with iOS 26 include a new algorithm for faster readings, step counting, notifications that include suggestions on how to improve the earbuds’ fit for improved accuracy, and heart rate monitoring while wearing just a single earbud, according to 9to5Mac.