Try Apple’s upcoming iOS 26, macOS Tahoe and more – here’s how

Fancy trying out the latest iPhone interface before its upcoming release in September? Now you can as the public betas for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe 25, watchOS 26 and tvOS 26 are live. You can sign up to download the latest updates here: https://beta.apple.com/sp/betaprogram/

You’ll be able to experience Apple’s new ‘Liquid Glass‘ style across on Phones, Macs, iPads and Apple Watches too. For a little more information about what else is new, here’s a quick catch up:

iOS 26: iPhone gets smarter and more stylish

• Liquid Glass redesign brings translucent icons, depth effects and dynamic motion
• Apple Intelligence adds writing tools, image generation and smart suggestions system-wide
• Live call translation, call screening and voicemail summaries all on-device
• Messages now supports emoji Tapbacks, Genmoji and RCS for better Android messaging
• Photos app refreshed with spatial photo effects and cleaner navigation

Many new features to explore with iOS 26, give it a go! Credit: Apple

macOS Tahoe: iPhone now lives on your Mac

• iPhone Mirroring lets you control your phone directly from your Mac screen
• Math Notes calculates equations you scribble or dictate in Notes
• Standalone Passwords app manages logins, Wi-Fi, and 2FA codes
• Presenter Preview gives a private look at shared content during video calls
• Apple Intelligence boosts Spotlight, Safari and Mail with smarter results

Apple’s Liquid Glass in pretty pink on the new iOS Tahoe 26. Credit: Apple

iPadOS 26: More like a full computer

• Apple Intelligence powers writing, rewriting and image generation features
• Math Notes and Smart Script improve handwritten input and calculations
• Stage Manager gets better windowing and multitasking control
• Floating Tab Bars make app navigation more intuitive

More productivity and multi-tasking features come to iPadOS 26. Credit: Apple

watchOS 11: Fitness with more context

• Training Load estimates how workouts impact recovery and effort
• Vitals app tracks key health trends at a glance
• Smart Stack now adapts to time, place and habits
• Activity Rings can finally be paused for rest days

WatchOS 26 updates also get the Liquid Glass look. Credit: Apple

tvOS 18: Smarter, more personalised TV experience

• InSight shows actor names, music tracks and scene info as you watch – like Prime Video’s X-Ray
• Enhanced dialogue boost makes speech clearer without raising overall volume
• Apple Fitness+ adds personalised workout suggestions based on your Apple Watch history
• Continuity Camera on Apple TV now supports Live Reactions and gestures in FaceTime calls
• New screen savers include Portrait Photos and slow-motion nature scenes

The new home screen interface for TVOS 26. Credit: Apple

Backup first!

As this is still pre-release software, there are bound to be bugs and incompatibilities. In my experience, beta versions can interfere with internet security software, video-heavy applications like video editing software, AirPlay devices and other accessories. So be sure to back-up your data first, as it’s a pain to revert back to your older OS versions, or try it out on a device that isn’t your daily driver.

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