Overview

• iOS 26 public beta is now available to testers enrolled in Apple’s Beta Software Program on iPhone 11 and newer models, including the second-generation iPhone SE and later.
• The update introduces a translucent Liquid Glass design overhaul and embeds new on-device Apple Intelligence features for live translation and visual content queries.
• Apple addressed the initial omission of iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max by issuing build 23A5297n and fixed a Home Screen folder display bug on those devices.
• Users can enroll at beta.apple.com, enable beta updates in Settings, and download the iOS 26 beta via the Software Update section under General.
• Apple is expected to roll out Developer Beta 5 on August 4, with the final public release scheduled for September alongside the iPhone 17 series.