Apple's iOS 26 Beta Drops: Liquid Glass Design Makes a Splash
2025-07-25
Apple has released the first public betas of its next major software updates, including iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 26, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26. The standout feature is the new "Liquid Glass" design language, inspired by visionOS and characterized by extensive use of transparency. Initial developer betas saw significant changes, leading Apple to refine the translucency and Control Center design. The update also simplifies versioning, using '26' across the board for easier identification of the latest software.