iOS 26 Update: Release Date, Compatible Devices, and New Features

During the Apple Event 2025, details about the forthcoming iOS 26 update were shared. The release date is set for September 15th and will feature a new ‘liquid glass interface’. The update will be delivered over the air. The availability of certain features will depend on the region and language. The update will not be available for the iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, and iPhone XR. The compatible devices include: iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, iPhone SE (2nd and 3rd Generation), and iPhone 16e. Apple Intelligence support will be available on iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max, and iPhone 16e. Users can obtain the beta version by enrolling in the Apple Developer Program and installing it via the software update settings.