Apple has officially announced the iOS 26 from the platform of the developer conference WWDC 2025. This new update has brought many powerful features not only for iPhone users, but also many powerful features equipped with artificial intelligence. Apple has jumped directly on iOS 26 from iOS 18 this time, which clearly indicates that this update is not a simple change, but an attempt to redesign the entire iPhone experience.
The new iOS 26 is currently available for developers, but Apple has made its installation process so simple that any iPhone 11 or new model users can download it on their device today- that too without any payment.
The biggest glimpse of iOS 26 is its new liquid glass design, which brings a transparent, clean and modern look in the apps and menu. This new design takes the visual language of the iPhone to a different level and gives a premium feel to the device.
iOS 26 is not only new in appearance, but it is also equipped with many new AI facilities:
Live Translation: Now real-time translation will be possible in messages and facetime.
Call screening: Smart call screening tool will identify unknown numbers and will give necessary information before taking the call.
Hold Assist: This feature will work for you to stay on call hold, so that you do not waste time.
This time Apple has jumped directly from iOS 18 to iOS 26. The aim of the company is to make the version of all its platforms uniform, so that it can be clear that this update is not just a small technical change, but a major upgrade.
iOS 26 Developer Beta can be installed on these devices:
iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max
iPhone 12 Series
iPhone 13 Series
iPhone SE (Second generation and after that)
iPhone 14 Series
iPhone 15 and 15 Plus
iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max
iPhone 16 Series
iPhone 17 series (after launch)
Note that the full advantage of all AI features will be available only in iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, 16 Pro and upcoming iPhone 17 models.
Step 1: Go to the Apple Developer site from your iPhone and log in from Apple ID.
Step 2: Go to Settings> Privacy & Security and turn on Developer Mode.
Step 3: Settings> General> Software Update> Beta and choose iOS 26 Developer Beta.
Step 4: Now tap on Download and Install and follow the on-screen instructions.
The iOS 26 beta will only work on the iPhone 11 or new models.
Make sure your device is already at iOS 18.5.
Updates require at least 15GB free storage.
It is important to make a safe backup before the update.
The beta version is prone to bugs and app crash, so it is not suitable for daily use.
