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Apple has released the sixth public betas of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, and tvOS 26, featuring a new Liquid Glass design, enhanced Apple Intelligence features, and updates across various apps, ahead of their September launch. The updates include visual and functional improvements, new features like Live Translation, and interface overhauls, with the final release expected soon.
Apple has released the fifth developer betas of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26, introducing a new Liquid Glass design, enhanced multitasking for iPad, and features like Adaptive Power Mode. Rumors suggest the upcoming iPhone 17 Pro will have a larger display, longer battery life, and a smaller Dynamic Island. Google has also mocked Apple's Siri delays in a new ad, promoting the Pixel 10 series, as the iPhone 17 launch is anticipated next month.
Apple's third iOS 26 developer beta shows a significant reduction in the transparency and visual impact of the Liquid Glass design, moving away from its original glass-like appearance to a more frosted look, while also introducing new wallpaper options and minor feature updates. The beta emphasizes stability improvements, and Apple continues to refine the UI, though some users are disappointed with the changes to Liquid Glass. The update also includes new features for iPadOS 26 and Apple Maps, with a public beta expected later this month. Caution is advised for beta testers due to potential bugs and stability issues.
The latest iOS 26 beta 3 introduces a more opaque Liquid Glass design, moving away from the initial transparent look, which has caused mixed reactions among users and critics who preferred the earlier, more transparent version. Apple has been tweaking the transparency levels across UI elements, with some calling for more customization options. The trend suggests that transparent UI elements will be a key feature in future Apple devices, including AR/AI glasses.
Apple has released the second developer betas of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26, introducing a new Liquid Glass design, updates to apps like Messages and Music, a revamped multitasking system for iPad, and additional features such as new Wi-Fi options and a hidden ringtone, with public beta expected in July and full release in the fall.