The 14 Best New Features Coming to iOS 26 and macOS 26

Apple reveals new iOS 26 features and its Liquid Glass redesign at WWDC 2025

As ever, iOS is a major focal point of this year's WWDC keynote.

The 14 best new features coming to iOS 26 and macOS 26

Apple doesn’t deviate much from its schedule each year. At its WWDC (Worldwide Developer Conference) event in June, it previews all of the software changes in the pipeline, for iPhones, Macs, and every other Apple device. Beta testing then gets underway, before a full release later in the year—typically September for iOS to coincide with the launch of the new iPhones. Then the next year, the same timetable repeats. At WWDC 2025, Apple has announ…

Apple unveils ‘Liquid Glass’ redesign for its operating systems at WWDC 2025

At WWDC 2025, Apple introduced a major user interface redesign called Liquid Glass, which brings a shiny, reflective, and transparent aesthetic across its software platforms. This “glassy” look is inspired by Apple’s Vision Pro VR headset and aims to unify the design language across iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and Apple TVs. The Liquid Glass interface hints at a future where Apple’s operating systems may extend beyond traditional device…

New iOS 26 translation tool works inside calls, chats & video

Live translation in iOS 26 will turn the iPhone into a real-time interpreter for calls, messages and video chats, all without leaving your app or sending data to the cloud. Here's how it works. Translation got an upgrade in iOS 26 Live translation shows up where you already talk in Messages, FaceTime, and calls. It provides real-time, on-device interpretation of conversations without sending data to the cloud.The feature is part of Apple Intelli…