Apple doesn’t stop the updating process for new iPhones and operating system. The schedule is right on time and you can already enjoy the iOS 26 beta 7 and public beta 5. It’s a great opportunity to check what the future will bring for iOS users.
The update schedule is now weekly and iOS 26 beta is the tool to start enjoying what the new operating system has to offer. In three weeks the official iOS 26 version will arrive and all the Apple community will have the possibility of enjoying the new system. With the official release date so close, the work at Cupertino’s offices gets harder. The latest updates focus on improving performance and the animation speed got faster. Will these changes remain in the official version?
iOS 26 latest updates features for beta 7
The iOS 26 beta 7 is already available for download. The public beta 5 is also out and everybody can get it from the official website. In both operating systems you can find 2 main features:
Welcome screen with explanation videos when you install iOS 26. You can see different esthetical changes as well as navigation features.
New Consupmtion mode in Settings – Battery menu. The iPhone will show you a notification when the Adaptative Power feature
There’s also a new draft box on the Messages app. This is a minor change but it may be interesting for those who like to revise messages before sending them properly.
The road to iOS 26 final version
The seventh version of iOS 26 beta signals the final stretch on the operating system development. Although Apple keeps a fast rhythm of updates, the operating system is already stable and users are experiencing the changes with optimism. Checking the calendar and following previous years patrons, there are still missing the beta 8 and beta 9 before the final version.
On September 9th with the iPhone 17 Apple would launch the Release Candidate, a version that in theory is the same for the public. Next week around September 15th the official launch of iOS would allow users from all around the world to enjoy the newest Apple mobile operating system.
Apple has been following the same strategy when launching new operating system versions. With several beta versions, the community can give feedback about the changes and improve the final result for a better experience. With the new iOS 26 there’s no exception. Most of the changes involve esthetical modifications and new features to enhance speed and synchronization possibilities.
Liquid Glass main feature
The core of iOS 26 is the visual overhaul called Liquid Glass. This new design option offers a translucent effect and reflective looks with fluid interactions all around the system. Whenever you open an app or select a tool on settings, you will see this new effect that makes the new iOS to look gorgeous. It also includes several AI powered features for on-screen content analysis and different tools to express and communicate. In just a few days the new iOS 26 will start running for every user.