According to information from Apple Newsroom, with the arrival of autumn, the latest update of Apple’s operating system, iOS 26, will also arrive. Unlike recent updates from Apple Inc., it is expected to bring changes that will truly enhance the user experience, such as a new visual design, more customization options, improvements in privacy and performance. Starting in September, the new graphic interface design called ‘Liquid Glass’ will be available, featuring a more translucent and fluid appearance. It will also introduce an intelligent accessibility mode that adapts to user needs, with an improved notification system. One of the most anticipated aspects is the improvement of digital privacy, with detailed control of app permissions. As for Messages (iOS), users will have the option to edit sent messages and create smart replies. Additionally, it will feature a new power-saving mode that enhances battery life. Siri will also work without a connection for basic tasks, as well as for voice dictation. This update will be compatible with the iPhone 11 and later, including the latest models like the iPhone 14, iPhone 15, and iPhone 16.
Apple Inc. and iOS
As of today, who doesn’t know the Apple brand? Just by seeing the little apple icon, we all know what we are talking about. Apple Inc., founded by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne in 1976, is a multinational technology company dedicated to information and communication technologies. Based in Cupertino, California, United States, it is considered one of the largest technology companies in the world. It offers a wide variety of products, with a minimalist design and its own operating system that makes it more exclusive. iPhones, iPads, iPods, iWatch, and countless ‘i’ products, including services for music platforms or streaming content.
New iOS updates
Almost every year -or less-, Apple improves its operating system and updates it, enhancing the user experience and fixing bugs. According to Apple Newsroom, in September 2025, with the arrival of autumn, we will be able to download the latest update of the iOS operating system; iOS 26. Although it is already available in beta phase for some users, we will have to wait until September to be able to use it fully. The expectation created by this new update is high, as the improvements and changes that it announces have proven to be quite attractive for consumers.
What improvements will iOS 26 have?
The new and improved operating system is expected to have the following features:
- Liquid Glass. This is the new graphic interface design, which completely changes everything seen so far. It is a translucent and fluid design.Intelligent accessibility mode. It will allow adapting visual elements and buttons to the user’s needs.
- Notification system. Alerts will be grouped by context and will be more discreet.
- New privacy tools. This is one of the most anticipated features. The new iOS 26 will allow controlling permissions per app, will notify when real-time tracking is occurring, and will enable blocking certain functions when sharing from the device.
- iMessages. The iMessages app will allow editing sent messages and creating smart replies.Improved power-saving mode. It enhances battery autonomy.
- Siri. It will be able to operate offline for basic functions and in voice typing.
Compatible models
The models compatible with this update are the iPhones XS and later:
- iPhone 11 / 11 Pro / 11 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd and 3rd generation)
- iPhone 12 / 12 mini / 12 Pro / 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 / 13 mini / 13 Pro / 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 14 / 14 Plus / 14 Pro / 14 Pro Maxi
- Phone 15 / 15 Plus / 15 Pro / 15 Pro Max
- iPhone 16 / 16 Plus / 16 Pro / 16 Pro Max
We will have to wait until September, the brand’s preferred launch date, to find out what other features this new update has and see if it really delivers on everything it promises.