Apple will release new iPhone models "iPhone 17", "iPhone 17 Pro", "iPhone 17 Pro Max" and "iPhone Air" on September 19, 2025. Prior to that, “iOS 26” will be launched on September 16.
iOS 26 introduces a new UI "liquid glass" that combines glass-like transparency and liquid-like fluidity. The design changes dynamically and smoothly based on what is displayed on the screen, providing an experience that is both beautiful and easy to use.
The company's proprietary AI "Apple Intelligence" will be integrated into more features, including cross-application search, ChatGPT-style image generation, real-time translation of messaging applications, text-to-speech for mobile applications, and shortcut creation. Among them, it also supports ChatGPT-style image generation and message translation in Japanese.
The communication function is also enhanced. Incoming calls/message filters will be added to identify unwanted calls and messages before responding, keeping assistance for notifications when connecting to keep calls, voting features in group chats, and backend settings for the message app.
In addition, the map application can remember common routes and pass information such as traffic information, remember places you have been to and review later. Apple Music has launched AutoMix, which can seamlessly connect songs to songs like a DJ. The game app will be equipped with new mechanics such as recommending games that friends have played and scores with friends who play the same game.
At the same time as iOS 26, "macOS Tahoe", "iPadOS 26" and "watchOS 26" will also be available. They will all be in a universal liquid glass design. "visionOS 26" will also be available for Apple Vision.
iOS 26 compatible devices are as follows:
