iOS 26 Out Soon: When You Can Get Next Major iPhone Update
- Apple launched iOS 26 today, introducing a new interface and added features for iPhones 11 and later.
- The update aims to improve battery management with Adaptive Power enabled by default on iPhone 17 models, while other models require manual activation.
- IOS 26 enhances the Fitness app by allowing workout tracking without an Apple Watch, pairing Bluetooth heart rate monitors, and creating custom workouts on the phone.
- Apple states Adaptive Power predicts battery needs based on recent usage, adjusts power draw, lowers screen brightness by 3%, and activates Low Power mode at 20%.
- The update extends iPhone battery life and supports all iPhones from 2019 onwards, making it the main iPhone software until September 2026.
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