iOS 26, the new operating system for Apple’s iPhones is “a major update that brings a new design and AI experiences to apps”. Statesman reported that iOS 26 was announced by Apple at the company’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) on June 9th, 2025.
Apple also revealed new features that come with iOS 26 at WWDC 2025, including liquid glass design, live translation (iMessage, FaceTime and phone calls), enhanced Apple intelligence, revamped camera & photo apps and smarter battery features such as adaptive power mode.
The official version of iOS 26, with the new iPhone 17 series, will reportedly be available worldwide in September 2025. However, through the Apple Beta Software Program, the beta version of iOS 26 will be available in July 2025.
Source:
Malenfant, M (2025). When is Apple’s new iOS 26 available? See new features, release dates. Austin American-Statesman. https://statesman.com/story/business/technology/2025/06/10