Bored with the current software on your iPhone? Apple announced an update coming later this year: iOS 26.
With the announcement of the new iOS at the annual Worldwide Developers Conference on June 9, features include a new lock screen design, camera and messaging updates, improved translation features, and more.
Here’s what to know about the official iOS 26 release date and when Apple consumers can test the beta version of it.
What is iOS 26?
iOS 26 will be the next operating system for the iPhone, according to multiple reports. Other operating systems for Apple devices include macOS, iPadOS, WatchOS, tvOS, and visionOS.
When will the beta version of iOS 26 be released?
Apple announced iOS 26 at its WWDC 2025 keynote. The developer beta became available immediately for registered Apple Developers. The public beta will roll out in July 2025 and will be available to all iPhone users through the Apple Beta Software Program. The official stable version of iOS 26 is expected to launch globally around September 2025, alongside the new iPhone 17 series.
What new features are on iOS 26?
Here are some of the standout features that Apple announced during the Worldwide Developers Conference:
-USA TODAY Network Mike Snider contributed to the report.
(This story was updated to add a gallery.)
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