iOS 26 — Official Apple PDF: Complete Feature Breakdown
Apple has published an official PDF summarizing the new features in iOS 26 (about 20 pages). The document and Apple’s iOS page highlight a range of updates across design, Camera, Messages, system-wide Apple Intelligence, and more. Below is a condensed guide to what’s new.
Quick summary
iOS 26 brings a visual refresh (“Liquid Glass”), deeper on-device Apple Intelligence, camera and audio enhancements (including AirPods integration), new generative features for Messages (Genmoji, live translation), and upgraded system apps like Photos, Maps and Shortcuts.
Key areas
Design
- “Liquid Glass” interface with dynamic translucent effects.
- Enhanced Lock Screen and Home Screen customization; new 3D/live wallpaper effects.
- Expanded color and icon customization options.
Camera & Audio
- Improved video audio capture and AirPods-based recording/remote control features.
- Photos app refinements and spatial/3D scene effects.
Messages & Communication
- Genmoji: on-device generative emoji creation.
- Live translation in Messages and FaceTime; richer reactions and conversation personalization.
Apple Intelligence & System
- System-wide AI features: smarter Shortcuts actions, enhanced previews, updated Reminders and Photos organization.
- Many features run on-device; cloud options available for heavier tasks.
Official links
- Official PDF (Apple): All New Features — iOS 26 (PDF)
- Apple iOS 26 overview: https://www.apple.com/os/ios/
Notes
This summary is based on Apple’s official material. The German article that reported the PDF appears to be an editorial summary; the primary sources here are Apple’s official pages and the PDF itself. No links to the original RSS/news feed are included.
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