iPhone 17 launch: iOS 26 Apple Liquid Glass update, release date, new features, compatible iPhones, how to download and more

iPhone 17 launch: Following its unveiling at WWDC, iOS 26 has entered the multiple developer beta phases. Apple is expected to roll out iOS 26 at the Apple Awe-Dropping event today.

iPhone 17 launch: iOS 26 Apple Liquid Glass update, release date, new features, compatible iPhones, how to download and more
iPhone 17 launch: iOS 26 Apple Liquid Glass update, release date, new features, compatible iPhones, how to download and more

Apple is all set to release the most-awaited smartphone series of 2025, the iPhone 17 series. The company will be unveiling the smartphones along with a slew of other products and software launches. “Awe-dropping is the event where Apple will be presenting its new products to the world, the event is scheduled for today at 10:30 PM for India. Apart from the iPhone 17 series, of which pretty much everything is known from leaks and rumors. Let’s focus on the other Apple launch everyone is excited about the iOS 26 and Liquid Glass feature. The biggest upgrade of iOS 26 is undoubtedly the new look, which Apple calls the Liquid Glass interface. This new design language features a translucent, fluid look that, according to Apple, gives iOS a more dynamic, immersive, and polished aesthetic. The design flows across lock screens, notifications, widgets, and system apps, making the software feel fresher and more fluid.

“iOS 26 shines with the gorgeous new design and meaningful improvements to the features users rely on every day, making iPhone even more helpful,” said Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering. “Experiences are more expressive and personal, from the Lock Screen and Home Screen, to new capabilities across Phone and Messages that help users focus on the connections that matter most. And with powerful new Apple Intelligence capabilities integrated across the system, users can get things done easier than ever.”.

When is iOS 26 releasing?

Following its unveiling at WWDC, iOS 26 has entered the multiple developer beta phases. Apple is expected to roll out iOS 26 at the Apple Awe-Dropping event today. The iOS 26 has been anticipated by tech enthusiasts and iPhone users, ever since it was unveiled at WWDC. Although Apple’s Awestruck event has not mentioned iOS 26 launch, it’s expected to launch tomorrow.

How to Download and Install the iOS 26 Beta:

To access the beta version, sign in with your Apple ID through the Apple Developer Program, which is free to enroll in. Once registered, go to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates, and select “iOS 26 Developer Beta.” Before proceeding, it’s strongly recommended to back up your device, as beta versions may contain bugs or cause system instability.

Which devices will not receive iOS 26?

– iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, and iPhone XR will no longer support iOS 26.

Which iPhones will receive iOS 26?

– iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max
– iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max
– iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max
– iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max
– iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max
– iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max
– iPhone SE (2nd and 3rd Generation)
– iPhone 16e

Which iPhones support Apple Intelligence Features in iOS 26?
– iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max
– iPhone 16 series: iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max
– iPhone 16e

What new features will iOS 26 offer?

iOS 26 is set to introduce a host of new functionalities and enhancements, with Apple Intelligence taking center stage. Users can expect features like intelligent summaries, context-aware visual actions, and enhanced real-time translation integrated across various apps.

The Messages app is also getting a major overhaul, including options for personalized backgrounds, in-chat polls, individual conversation themes, typing indicators for group messages, and seamless Apple Cash support.

The Phone app will see notable improvements such as call screening and a new Hold Assist feature that stays on the line until a human representative becomes available. Additionally, Apple Music and Maps are both expected to receive practical upgrades aimed at simplifying everyday tasks.

To download iOS 26, register with the Apple Public Beta Program at beta.apple.com or the Apple Developer Program at developer.apple.com. After that, open your iPhone’s Settings > General > Software Update, tap on Beta Updates, and choose the iOS 26 beta option to download and install.

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This article was first uploaded on September nine, twenty twenty-five, at nine minutes past one in the afternoon.
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