iOS 26 design change: Reduce transparency easily
iOS 26 brings the new Liquid Glass design. Here's how to reduce transparency without completely changing the look...
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iOS
iOS is Apple's operating system for the iPhone and one of the most widely used mobile operating systems in the world. Unveiled in June 2007 alongside the original iPhone and renamed from iPhone OS to iOS in 2010, the system is introduced every year at WWDC in June and ships in fall with the new iPhones. Since 2025, Apple synchronizes the version numbers of all its operating systems with the calendar year. iOS brings central features such as Home and Lock Screen customization, Dynamic Island, StandBy, Live Activities, Apple Intelligence, the Liquid Glass design, privacy features like Mail Privacy Protection and App Tracking Transparency, FaceTime, iMessage, Wallet, Apple Pay, and deep integration with iCloud, Apple Watch, AirPods, Mac, iPad, Apple TV and Vision Pro.
Apfelpatient.de has gathered the ongoing developments around iOS under this tag: beta cycles for every new version, detailed coverage of all major features and point updates, tips and tricks for settings, privacy and hidden features, background on security updates and critical bug fixes, comparisons with Android, design analyses of new interfaces, regulatory topics such as the DMA in Europe, and all rumors and reports about upcoming iOS versions.
Anyone wanting to understand iOS in depth, use it more effectively or follow the platform strategy behind Apple's mobile OS has their fixed anchor right here.
Safari on iOS 26: Automatically sort tabs
iOS 26 brings new Safari features: Tabs can now be automatically sorted and grouped with Apple Intelligence - learn more here!
iOS 26 brings AI to Shortcuts: Here's what you can do now
iOS 26 makes shortcuts smarter: How Apple Intelligence helps you create, analyze, and automate content.
iOS 26: These features are only available on new iPhones
Not every iOS 26 feature works on every iPhone: Apple Intelligence from iPhone 15 Pro onwards, 3D lock screen from iPhone 12 onwards. An overview.
iOS 26: Apple Maps becomes more personal and intelligent
With iOS 26, Apple Maps becomes much smarter: Favorite routes, visited places and more convenience – right on your iPhone.
iOS 26 offers new help against spam voicemails
With iOS 26, you can report voicemails as spam. Learn how Apple is improving your calls and messages with new features...
Apple better protects children – new tools from fall 2025
Apple introduces new features to improve child safety – discover how you can better protect your child online with Apple products.
iOS 26: When will the new update for the iPhone be released?
Want to know when iOS 26 will be released? Here you'll find all the important information about the release, the public beta, and...
iOS 26 brings three Safari designs to choose from
iOS 26 brings a new Safari experience with design choices, fluid visuals, and smarter navigation. Learn how to use the new features.
Apple is pursuing its own strategy in the AI race
Apple is forging its own path in the AI race. Instead of chatbots, there are discreet system functions focused on data protection and everyday usability.