iOS 26 brings dynamic visuals with the new Liquid Glass theme and redesigned icons.
Features include call screening, message filters, smarter maps, AutoMix in Apple Music, and a gaming app.
Update is available for iPhone 17 series and older models, but Apple Intelligence features stay exclusive to iPhone 15 Pro and newer.
iOS 26 release date today: iPhone users, the wait is finally over. Apple is going to introduce the iOS 26 update for all the iPhone users globally, almost a week after the iPhone 17 series launch. As announced at the WWDC 2025, the new iOS 26 update will bring along the new Liquid Glass theme and some new AI and non-AI features. The new update is expected to offer new in-app controls including the Camera app with an aim to improve the daily usage of iPhone users.
SurveyCheck out all the details about the iOS 26 update, including the release date, timing, features, and eligible devices.
Apple iOS 26 release date, India timings
The iOS 26 will be rolled out on September 15 i.e. Monday. Speaking of the iOS 26 release time in India, looking at the previous track suggests that it may be rolled out at 10:30PM IST. For the unversed, Apple usually introduces its big updates at 10AM PT, with local times adjusted across all regions.
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iOS 26 update features and theme
As mentioned above, the iOS 26 update will bring in the Liquid Glass theme, which adds fluid animations and depth effects across the interface, with lock screen clock now adapts dynamically to wallpapers, while redesigned app icons offer both light and dark variations.
iOS 26 also includes the much-anticipated call screening feature, which requires users to state their name and reason for calling before the phone rings. The update will also include a message filter, smarter maps, and Apple Music AutoMix. The new update will also include a dedicated gaming app for gamers, with the ability to track playtime and receive more personalised recommendations.
iOS 26 supported iPhones
iOS 26 will be available for the iPhone 17 lineup and iPhone Air, alongside older models including iPhone 16e/16/16 Plus/16 Pro/16 Pro Max, iPhone 15 series, iPhone 14 series, iPhone 13 series, iPhone 12 series, iPhone 11 series, and the iPhone SE (2nd gen). However, Apple Intelligence features will be limited to iPhone 15 Pro and newer models.
iOS 26: How to install
Once the rollout begins, users can head to Settings > General > Software Update and download iOS 26. The update may reach devices in phases depending on the region.
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