This Monday, Apple surprised everyone by announcing the arrival of iOS 26 and the unification of all its operating systems under a single version number. The update promises redesign, new features, and greater compatibility for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and computers.
The company reported that the download will be available starting at 2:00 p.m. in Argentina. To avoid issues, it recommends backing up data, freeing up space, and keeping devices connected to a stable Wi-Fi network.
Compatible models and release time
iOS 26 can be installed from the iPhone 11 and the second-generation SE up to the new iPhone 17 and 17 Pro, which will be released on Friday the 19th. It also includes the 12 to 16 line-up, version 16e, and the iPhone Air.
New features and improvements in iOS 26
- Liquid Glass redesign: transparent and dynamic icons and screen.
- Lock screen: customizable with clocks and 3D backgrounds.
- Siri as a call filter: transcribes and responds in real time.
- Photos app: chronological camera roll and separate collections.
- Simplified camera: main Photo and Video modes, quick access.
- Apple Intelligence: conversation translation and object search (iPhone 15 Pro and later).
- Messages: polls and animated backgrounds.
Other improvements in the Apple ecosystem
macOS Tahoe 26
Includes Liquid Glass, integration with Apple Intelligence, and developer tools with Swift 6.2 and WebAssembly.
