When will iOS 26 be released? Which iPhone models will get iOS 26?

Apple announced the iOS 26 release date as September 15. iOS 26, which comes with a new design language called Liquid Glass, aims to provide a transparent and more consistent interface experience on supporting iPhone models.

That's why a lengthy beta phase has been implemented since its announcement in June. While there was initial criticism, the company has addressed these shortcomings with the new beta releases. While the beta version is currently available for download by curious users, the stable and final version will be available to all users on Monday, September 15th.

WHAT WILL CHANGE?

While iOS 26 brings many features, both optimization and innovation, some stand out. Chief among these is the Liquid Glass interface, which gives app icons and menus a more transparent, glass-like appearance. Furthermore, a new adaptive power mode makes battery usage smarter and offers stronger integration with AirPods and iPadOS. Apple's goal with this update is to completely overhaul the design language while simultaneously delivering stable performance and battery life.

iPhone models that will receive the iOS 26 update:

• iPhone 17 series: iPhone 17, 17 Air, 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max
• iPhone 16 series: iPhone 16e, 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max
• iPhone 15 series: iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max
• iPhone 14 series: iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max
• iPhone 13 series: iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max
• iPhone 12 series: iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max
• iPhone 11 series: iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max
• iPhone SE (2nd generation and later)

MODELS THAT WILL NOT RECEIVE THE UPDATE

The new update will remove the X and XR models from the list starting this year. This means the iPhone X, XR, XS, XS Max, and all other older iPhone models will not be eligible for the iOS 26 update. This means Apple has officially ended support for pre-2017 devices.