iOS 26: Revolutionary update brings liquid design and new functions!

iOS 26: Revolutionary update brings liquid design and new functions!

Cupertino, USA - On June 10, 2025, Apple presented the latest update of its mobile operating system, iOS 26, on the WWDC. According to OE24 , the update offers a fresh design with the innovative "Liquid Glass" interface, which is more liquid more intuitive user experience promises. The new version not only brings aesthetic changes, but also improved functions in important apps such as phones, messages, Apple Music and Maps.

The first beta version of iOS 26 is now available for developers and interested users. However, this beta version is not optimized for daily use, which means that it can contain errors, crashes and incompatibilities with third-party programs. For this reason, experts recommend not installing the beta on the main device, but on an additional iPhone or iPad.

installation of the beta version

For the installation of the iOS 26 beta, users must register for the Apple Beta program, which is free. The steps for installation include:

• Registration for the beta program via beta.apple.com.
• for the Developer Beta: Creation of a developer account at Developer.apple.com.
• Open the Settings app on the iPhone, continue to general and software update, then select beta updates and install the iOS 26 Developer beta.

Before installing the beta version, you should make sure that there is a stable internet connection and the battery is charged at least 50 percent. A complete backup of the data is essential to avoid data loss. A downgrade from the beta version to a stable version also requires the complete reset of the device, which again leads to a loss of all data.

innovations in iOS 26

The new functions of iOS 26 include optimized notifications and expanded personalization options for the home screen. Apple has also integrated improvements in the Apple Intelligence, which enables live translations in the phones, messages and facetime apps. In addition, the layout of the camera app has been simplified and the photo app offers separate tabs for libraries and collections, such as Apple

The new functions are designed to improve the user experience. In this way, users can create surveys in the Messages app and filter messages from unknown senders. The Phone app also receives new features for managing the call lists and voicemails, while CarPlay offers a new compact design that makes it easier to use while driving.

For music lovers, Apple Music is upgraded with new functions such as Lyrics Translation and Automix, and Apple Maps introduces the "Visited Places" function to store visited places. Wallet updates also enable new installment options and live activities such as air travel.

iOS 26 will be available as a free software update for the iPhone 11 and newer models from autumn. However, the advanced Apple Intelligence functions require supported devices, including the iPhone 16 models and iPads with M1 or newer.