The iOS 26.1 update introduces a new frosted glass aesthetic replacing Liquid Glass, enhances media controls in Apple Music and Photos, and prepares the Wallet app for digital IDs, while slightly reducing performance benchmarks but maintaining stable battery life, reflecting Apple's focus on design and usability improvements.
The iPhone 15 is rumored to feature a frosted glass back, similar to the current Pro models, which offers a more premium aesthetic and is less likely to carry fingerprints. The standard model may also come in a new cyan-green color. However, the most exciting design rumors are still reserved for the Pro models, which may feature a titanium frame and Action Button. The camera bump on the Pro models may be too big, though.
The standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are rumored to feature frosted back glass like the existing Pro models, while the Pro models are expected to have a new titanium frame and thinner bezels. The source of the rumor accurately leaked the iPhone 14 launch in Yellow, but their long-term track record is unknown. Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 15 lineup in September.
Apple is rumored to be planning a new "frosted glass" back design for the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus, similar to what's previously been used on "Pro" model iPhones. The company is also reportedly planning a new "cyan-green" color option for the devices. The iPhone 15 lineup is expected to be announced later this year in September.