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Apple Updates iOS 26 Developer Beta and Highlights Liquid Glass Redesign

A public beta arrives in July ahead of a September launch, giving developers early access to updated CarPlay functions

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Overview

  • Apple released a revised iOS 26 developer beta on June 13 for iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 models, adding dynamic storage reservation for automatic updates and setting a public beta for July before a full launch in September.
  • iOS 26 adopts the new Liquid Glass design across iPhone and iPad, featuring translucent interface elements and dynamic effects in menus, icons and widgets.
  • CarPlay in iOS 26 gains a Smart Display Zoom setting, multi-touch map gestures, Live Activities on the Dashboard, a widgets screen, compact call view and AirPlay video playback when parked.
  • iPadOS 26 introduces unrestricted multitasking with freely resizable app windows, a revamped Files app with customizable Dock folders and enhanced Apple Pencil support.
  • On-device AI features in iOS 26—such as visual intelligence for screenshots, live translation and automated reminders—require iPhone 15 Pro or later hardware.