Apple's iOS 26 is the ultimate ‘it girl' upgrade you need, here's why
Apple's iOS 26 is the ultimate 'it girl' upgrade you need, here's why
For the first time in over a decade, Apple is reinventing its operating system with iOS 26, a sleek, futuristic redesign—and it's tailor-made for the modern woman.
Dubbed Liquid Glass, iOS 26 introduces luminous, translucent interfaces, intuitive camera upgrades, and AI-powered tools that streamline everything from global communication to fitness tracking. Here's how the update caters to the 'It Girl' lifestyle.
The Aesthetic Overhaul
Gone are the flat, static menus. iOS 26's Liquid Glass design features frosted, semi-transparent layers with dynamic, shape-shifting controls. Buttons respond to touch with fluid animations, while an all-clear mode offers a minimalist, elevated look—perfect for those who prioritize both style and function. The redesign extends across all Apple devices, ensuring seamless aesthetics whether you're on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
Camera & Photos
The Camera app gets a streamlined interface, making it easier to switch between video, photo, and panorama modes. Advanced settings remain accessible but tucked away for clutter-free shooting. Meanwhile, the Photos app reintroduces the beloved Library and Collections tabs—no more endless scrolling to find that Pilates progress pic or sunset snapshot.
Real-Time Translation
Texts in Messages auto-translate into the recipient's language, and FaceTime calls display live subtitles. Even phone calls become borderless: iOS 26 converts speech in real time, so you'll hear the conversation in your preferred language (iPhone 15 Pro and later). Ideal for jet-setters or multilingual group chats.
Group Chats
Custom backgrounds and in-chat polls finally bring order to decision-making on iMessages. Typing indicators show who's responding, sparing you from the dreaded 'Hello??' follow-ups.
Fitness & Wellness
While Apple didn't detail fitness-specific updates, the Liquid Glass redesign extends to Health and Activity apps, likely integrating smoother Pilates or yoga session logging. Pair it with Apple Watch's enhanced metrics for a holistic view of your routine.
Spam Defense & Hold Assist
Unknown texts now filter into a separate inbox, and calls from suspicious numbers are screened automatically. Hold Assist detects elevator music during calls and saves your spot in line—so you can mute, close the app, and return when a human answers.
Karaoke Nights & Travel Ease
Turn your iPhone into a mic for Apple TV karaoke, complete with animated lyrics and translations. For travelers, Wallet's redesigned boarding passes now share live flight updates—no more frantic 'Landed!' texts.
How to get iOS 26?
The official iOS 26 release arrives this fall, but you can try the public beta next month by going to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates and selecting the iOS 26 Public Beta—just be sure to back up your iPhone first. While the beta offers an early look at Liquid Glass and new features, it may have bugs, so most users should wait for the stable September release, which will appear automatically in Software Update. (Pro tip: If you test the beta but want to revert, you'll need to erase your device and restore from a backup.)
iOS 26 merges high-design aesthetics with pragmatic upgrades, from effortless translation to smarter messaging. While a revamped Siri is still in the works, this update ensures your iPhone is the ultimate 'It Girl' accessory.
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