iOS 26 Features – Experience the Future

iOS 26

Experience a revolutionary new interface inspired by visionOS, featuring translucent surfaces, dynamic lighting, and seamless integration across all your Apple devices.

visionOS-Inspired Design

A stunning new interface that brings the magic of spatial computing to your iPhone

Glass-like Interface

Experience a revolutionary new design with translucent surfaces that create depth and dimension. The interface responds to your movement, creating an immersive experience that feels natural and intuitive.

  • Dynamic translucency effects
  • Responsive motion design
  • Floating navigation elements
  • Contextual blur effects
Screenshot of iOS 26 visionOS-inspired design

Stage Manager for iPhone

Transform your iPhone into a powerful workstation

iOS 26 Stage Manager interface on iPhone

Desktop-Class Multitasking

Connect your USB-C iPhone to an external display and unlock a powerful Stage Manager interface. Work with multiple apps simultaneously and enjoy a desktop-like experience on your iPhone.

  • Multi-window support
  • External display optimization
  • Drag and drop between apps
  • Customizable workspaces

AI-Powered Battery Management

Intelligent power optimization that learns from you

Smart Power Management

Experience longer battery life with intelligent power management. Advanced AI analyzes your device usage patterns and automatically adjusts settings to optimize battery performance throughout your day.

  • Adaptive charging patterns
  • Usage-based optimization
  • Intelligent background processing
  • Temperature-aware charging
Illustration of iOS 26 AI-powered battery management

Enhanced RCS Messaging

Next-generation messaging with advanced features

Screenshot of iOS 26 enhanced RCS messaging

Secure Communication

Experience next-level messaging with end-to-end encrypted RCS support. Edit messages, unsend them, use in-line replies, and enjoy full Tapback support—bringing iMessage-like features to cross-platform conversations.

  • End-to-end encryption
  • Message editing
  • Rich media sharing
  • Cross-platform reactions

Advanced Accessibility

Making technology more accessible for everyone

Comprehensive Access

Experience enhanced accessibility with new features like Accessibility Reader, Live Captions on Apple Watch, improved Personal Voice, and Braille Access. Making technology more accessible and inclusive than ever before.

  • Live Captions everywhere
  • Personal Voice enhancement
  • Improved Braille support
  • Adaptive interface options
Screenshot of iOS 26 accessibility features

Live Translate with AirPods

Break language barriers in real-time

Demonstration of iOS 26 Live Translate feature on iPhone

Real-Time Translation

Break language barriers with real-time translation through your AirPods. Have natural conversations across languages as your iPhone translates speech instantly and relays it through your AirPods.

  • 40+ languages supported
  • Offline translation
  • Natural voice output
  • Conversation mode

Experience iOS 26 Today

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Supported Devices

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iPhone 11 Series

  • iPhone 11
  • iPhone 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max

iPhone 12 Series

  • iPhone 12 and 12 mini
  • iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max

iPhone 13 Series

  • iPhone 13 and 13 mini
  • iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max

iPhone 14 Series

  • iPhone 14 and 14 Plus
  • iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max

iPhone 15 Series

  • iPhone 15 and 15 Plus
  • iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max

iPhone 16 Series

  • iPhone 16e
  • iPhone 16 and 16 Plus
  • iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max

iPhone SE

  • iPhone SE (2nd generation)
  • iPhone SE (3rd generation)
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