With continuous advancements in technology, Apple is on the verge of releasing its latest mobile operating system—iOS 26. This new system not only brings a host of exciting new features but also significant improvements in stability and user experience. Here are some of the main changes coming with iOS 26.
1. New Design
iOS 26 will bring one of the most dramatic software overhauls in Apple’s history, including new styles for icons, menus, apps, windows, and system buttons. The new interface will be loosely based on visionOS, simplifying the way users navigate and control their devices.
2. Camera App Redesign
The Camera app will be one of the highlights of Apple’s new design language in iOS 26, featuring a design that mirrors the design ethos from visionOS with a focus on transparency. Controls at the bottom of the interface are streamlined into two toggles for “Photo” and “Video.”
3. Siri Changes
Apple is working on a fundamental revamp of how Siri works as part of iOS 26, merging two distinct systems to streamline performance and make Siri faster to respond to queries of all types.
4. AI Battery Management
iOS 26 will add new AI-powered battery management tools that analyze how a person uses their device and make adjustments to conserve energy, including a new indicator on the Lock Screen that tells you exactly how long it will take to reach a full charge.
5. Messages Upgrade
The Messages app will be upgraded with support for automatic inline translation of messages and polls in group messages. Apple is also testing Apple Intelligence integration, which could automatically suggest polls based on the context of the group conversation.
6. CarPlay Design Update
CarPlay design will also be updated to match the new iOS 26 design, likely including updated icons, menus, buttons, and more.
7. Release Timeline
iOS 26 will be announced at WWDC next week and will subsequently be available in beta testing with developers. A public beta for iOS 26 will likely be released in July, followed by a release to everyone in September.
With the release of iOS 26, we look forward to a smarter, more user-friendly operating system that will bring more convenience and joy to our daily lives.