Now that Apple's iOS 26 has been properly introduced and seeded to developers, it's time to really dig into the new stuff. We're not talking the obvious features, such as the Liquid Glass redesign ...

Apple’s iOS 26 introduces a comprehensive suite of features designed to enhance customization, privacy, and overall usability. This update focuses on creating a more intuitive and efficient ...

Along with the significant design changes introduced by Liquid Glass, iOS 26 brings a wide variety of new features and capabilities. Several of these announcements were mentioned under the Apple Intelligence branding, a clear move by Apple to add more perceived value to the offering after a widely panned release in iOS 18.

Apple provided developers with the second beta of iOS 26, introducing the first changes and refinements to the new operating system since it

iOS 26 brings a new translucent "Liquid Glass" look, the latest on-device Apple Intelligence perks (real-time translation and a smarter Visual Intelligence search ), and phone and text upgrades like built-in call screening and in-chat polls.

And this should be an iOS 26 feature. According to some reputable leakers, you'll be able to look at your iPhone's lock screen and see how long you must wait for a full charge.

Below, we explore the ten most noteworthy features, showcasing how iOS 26 improves the user experience. The video below from iReviews gives us more details. Watch this video on YouTube .