Apple released iOS 26 on September 15, and it's now available for all iPhone users with a compatible device. There are a lot of changes

So while your device might experience some additional battery drain at first, it should be a temporary issue after you download iOS 26. If you find you're using your iPhone more after downloading iOS 26, that could be contributing to your battery drain, too.

OS 26 brings a fresh design, call-screening spam tools, live translation, and smarter battery life. Here’s why you should update now.

If the adjusted text is smaller than you’d like, you can experiment with turning Smart Display Zoom off or choose a larger size or bolder font within the settings. CarPlay in iOS 26 also brings new wallpaper designs— which, whatever —but I dig the new red one because it goes well with my car’s exterior.

OS 26 Apple CarPlay redefines driving with a modern interface, adaptive widgets, and enhanced safety features for all users.

Apple has released iOS 26 to the public, with the new operating system arriving with its new Liquid Glass appearance.

The most dramatic change iOS 26 brings to your iPhone is the new redesigned Liquid Glass visual interface. This is the biggest visual update to your iPhone since the company released iOS 7 in 2013… back when Henry Cavill first put on Superman's iconic suit and cape and I had just graduated from college with a twinkle in my eye.

Update 10:06 a.m.: iOS 26 is rolling out now, though it may take a bit for all users to see it, so keep checking! Today's the day! Apple