iOS 26: What to expect in the public beta

iOS 26 WWDC25

A major iOS update is on the horizon. iOS 26, unveiled at WWDC 2025, is now in developer beta with a public beta due next week. This is ahead of an anticipated September release to coincide with the iPhone 17 launch.

The standout change in iOS 26 is the Liquid Glass interface – a fluid, glass-like aesthetic introduced during WWDC. Early beta versions received criticism for excessive transparency, with icons difficult to discern. Apple has since scaled back the effect in beta 3, adding darker tints and improved contrast – nicknamed “Frosted Glass” or “Diluted Glass” online.

How to set a custom battery charge limit on iPhone

iPhone battery health

Apple’s latest iOS 18.4 update finally lets you decide exactly how full your iPhone should get during every recharge. Instead of the old one-size-fits-all “80 % cap,” you can now stop at 80, 85, 90, 95, or 100 percent—giving you a simple way to slow battery wear without living on a charger.

The charge-limit slider appears on iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max and all newer models. Earlier devices stick with the classic Optimized Battery Charging toggle.

Apple gets ready for WWDC25 and iOS 19

WWDC25

Apple has officially announced that its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) will take place from June 9 to June 13, 2025. The event will be primarily online, offering developers worldwide free access to sessions and labs focused on the latest advancements in Apple software. Additionally, a special in-person event is scheduled for June 9 at Apple Park, where selected developers and students can experience the keynote and engage directly with Apple experts. ​

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