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Apple Releases iOS 26 With Major Redesign and On‑Device AI as Battery Complaints Surface

Apple says post‑update background processes can cause short‑term battery impact.

Overview

  • The update is rolling out to compatible iPhones starting with iPhone 11 and iPhone SE (2nd gen), and it comes preinstalled on the new iPhone 17 models.
  • iOS 26 debuts the Liquid Glass interface across the home screen, lock screen and system apps, alongside a refreshed Camera, Photos and Safari and a new Apple Games app.
  • Apple Intelligence adds on‑device features such as visual search and live translation, and it gives developers access to local foundation models through the Foundation Models Framework.
  • A new Adaptive Power feature is designed to extend runtime by automatically dialing back performance and can trigger Low Power Mode when charge is low.
  • Many early updaters report rapid battery drain and heating, and Apple’s support guidance attributes this to temporary indexing and resource updates after major installs.