Whats more, the AirPods Pro 3 silenced the busy demo area outside of the keynote, providing a welcome respite for a few seconds during an otherwise stressful day. Live Translation finally arrives Sam Rutherford for Engadget After Apple chatted up Live Translation in iOS 26 at WWDC, I was disappointed that those initial plans didnt include AirPods

Here's a list of iPhone models that support the next iOS update - and which ones won't run Apple's latest update.

Apple CEO Tim Cook says iOS 26 has been the most popular beta ever, and the general release is only days away

I think theres a place for the iPhone Air. Its lighter, itll fit in pockets better and itll have all the features of iOS 26 at a time when new functionality has shifted from hardware to software

Finally. iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26 and macOS 26 will be released on September 15 Apple acquiesced to my Apple Watch SE 3 demands (mostly) How to pre-order the iPhone Air, iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro ahead of their September 19 release date Apple gives iPhone 14 and 15 owners an extra free year of satellite connectivity This article originally appeared on Engadget at ...ds-pro-3-and-more-111101338.html?src=rss

Apple's new iOS 26 brings Liquid Glass design to the iPhone 17

The iPhones new software screens your calls using machine intelligence

Apple says it removes twice the noise compared to Pro 2. A noteworthy upcoming feature is a live translation capability, thanks to Apple's iOS 26 software update

Following the conclusion of Apples keynote event, the company has officially announced that iOS 26, the next major update for iPhones, will officially launch on 15 September

Apple unveiled iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 in June during its Worldwide Developers Conference, as usual, and today during the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air launch the company finally revealed when this version will be released to the public

Alongside all of the new iPhones, Apple Watch models and other hardware, today's Apple event brought forth news of when you'll be able to install iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, macOS 26 and visionOS 26

The company announced the iPhone 17 lineup, the iPhone Air and several other devices. (Check out Engadget's real-time Apple event liveblog for full details.) In addition to finally seeing the new hardware, Apple confirmed after the event that we'll be able to download the final versions of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 on Monday, September 15

The company has massively upgraded the display to include ProMotion and a 120Hz refresh rate. There's more power under the hood, ready to harness all of the features that Apple Intelligence and iOS 26 provide

It contains the three 48-megapixel Fusion cameras that Apple described during the keynote, and I can verify that I saw camera zoom options that went up to 8x in the viewfinder. Cherlynn Low for Engadget I also had a chance to quickly check out the new Centerstage selfie camera, and I have to say it now makes sense why Apple had to redesign the camera app with iOS 26

On the battery front, Apple says the iPhone 17 will deliver up to 30 hours of continuous video playback on a single charge, which is eight hours more than on the iPhone 16. The Adaptive Power Mode in iOS 26 can learn your typical battery consumption levels and conserve power when needed

The tool is also coming to the AirPods 4 with ANC and AirPods Pro 2 models. This requires the latest firmware and an Apple Intelligence-enabled iPhone running iOS 26 and later

With the start of September comes the promise of crisp, fall-like weather and, like clockwork, new iPhones. Apple's "awe dropping" iPhone event this year had execs showing off the latest iPhones from Cupertino and reminding folks of the changes Liquid Glass and iOS 26 will bring to their handsets in the coming week

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Apple's latest iOS revision brings a new naming scheme and a new batch of phones that won't be supported.

You can also turn off summaries in settings. Firefox will use Apple Intelligence for the summary if you have an iPhone 15 or newer once iOS 26 drops

In addition to the iPhone 17 lineup including the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air we're also expecting to see new Apple Watch models, as well as a new AirPods Pro. Assuming Apple sticks to tradition, we should be able to install iOS 26 about a week or so after the showcase

The Engadget team will be liveblogging the iPhone event from Cupertino in real-time if you want to follow along. (You can watch the iPhone 17 event on YouTube, too.) The newest phones will come equipped with the latest iOS 26 features preinstalled, along with any new features Apple reveals today

At least one supply chain source claimed it will add a 120Hz variable refresh rate (ProMotion) display, which the Pro series has used since 2021 . Apple One thing we know without a doubt is that the new iPhones will launch with iOS 26 , which brings Apple's biggest design refresh in years

These could introduce new biometric sensors, like an in-ear heart-rate monitor. While the new iPhones will launch with iOS 26, we dont expect any major announcements about Apples AI endeavors or an overhauled Siri

We're only a few days away from Apple's iPhone 17 event , which the company has dubbed "awe dropping" and scheduled for Tuesday, September 9 . If all goes as expected, we should get to download iOS 26 and iPad 26 about a week later

Get ready: The Apple iPhone 17 event is on Tuesday, September 9, which is less than a week away. (Here's how you can watch the iPhone 17 launch on YouTube.) We'll finally get the details on the new iPhone 17 lineup and, assuming Apple sticks to tradition, that means we should be able to install iOS 26 about a week or so after the event

Apple is launching new iPhones very soon, and the newest iOS build should come around the same time.

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The hardware announcement will take place on Tuesday, September 9 at 1PM ET . The newest phones will come equipped with the latest iOS 26 features preinstalled, along with any new features Apple reveals that day

Get ready: The Apple iPhone 17 event is on Tuesday, September 9, which is just five days away. (Here's how you can watch the iPhone 17 launch on YouTube.) We'll finally get to see the new iPhone 17 lineup , and assuming Apple sticks to tradition we should be able to install iOS 26 around a week or so after the event

It's confirmed for Tuesday, September 9 . If all goes according to plan, we should also get to download iOS 26 and iPad 26 about a week after the event

Apple has released the ninth developer beta of iOS 26, iPadOS 26 and others ahead of the September 9 iPhone 17 launch event

There's less than a week to go before Apple's huge iPhone 17 event, and this is what you can expect to see in the final iOS 26 developer beta stage

The Phone app in iOS 26 gains some impressive features like call screening and Hold Assist

The Apple iPhone 17 event is now just one week away. On Tuesday, September 9, we'll finally get to see the new iPhone 17 lineup , and assuming Apple sticks to tradition we should be able to install iOS 26 around a week or so after the event

The event will take place on Tuesday, September 9 at 1PM ET . The new smartphones will come equipped with the latest iOS 26 features preinstalled, along with any new features Apple reveals that day

At least one supply chain source claimed it will add a 120Hz variable refresh rate (ProMotion) display, which the Pro series has used since 2021 . Apple One thing we know without a doubt is that the new iPhones will launch with iOS 26 , which brings Apple's biggest design refresh in years

XR, XS, and XS Max owners left with $268M worth of scrap The pending release of Apple's iOS 26 could see around 75 million iPhones rendered obsolete, generating more than 1.2 million kilograms of e-waste globally, according to new research.

We're getting excited because that means we'll finally get to put our eyes on the iPhone 17 lineup. The new smartphones will come equipped with the latest iOS 26 features preinstalled and any new features Apple reveals that day

The next big iOS update brings a fresh new design

In just over a week, the Apple iPhone 17 event will be here it's Tuesday, September 9 and we'll finally get to see the new iPhone 17 lineup . Assuming Apple sticks to tradition, we should be able to install iOS 26 roughly one week after the event

In just a few days, the Apple iPhone 17 event will be here the "awe dropping" event is officially confirmed for Tuesday, September 9 . If Apple follows its past schedule, that could mean we'll get to download iOS 26 and iPad 26 exactly one week after the event

At least one supply chain source claimed it will add a 120Hz variable refresh rate (ProMotion) display, which the Pro series has used since 2021 . Apple One thing we know without a doubt is that the new iPhones will launch with iOS 26 , which brings Apple's biggest design refresh in years

iOS 26 may be the biggest iOS update in years

It's official: The Apple iPhone 17 event will take place on Tuesday, September 9 at 1PM ET . That means we'll finally get to take a look at the much-anticipated iPhone 17 lineup which will come equipped with the latest iOS 26 features preinstalled and any new features Apple reveals that day

I also liked Take a Message, which transcribes calls when youre unable to answer. However, just like I did while I was testing Apples similar feature during my iOS 26 preview , I either answered calls instinctively [Ed

An Apple Wallet ad drove iPhone users crazy earlier this year now iOS 26 adds a solution.

At least one supply chain source claimed it will add a 120Hz variable refresh rate (ProMotion) display, which the Pro series has used since 2021 . Apple One thing we know without a doubt is that the new iPhones will launch with iOS 26 , which brings Apple's biggest design refresh in years

The Apple iPhone 17 event is exactly two weeks away, with the "awe dropping" announcement now officially confirmed for Tuesday, September 9 this year. If all goes to plan, that means we'll likely get to download iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 one week after the event

Apple has announced its upcoming keynote event themed “Awe dropping” which features an interactive Apple logo. This seems to reflect Apple’s new “Liquid Glass” design on iOS 26

Autumn can also be a time for Apple to share updates to share about its accessories lineup, so be sure to tune in if you're looking for the latest on AirPods or Apple Watch. And we already have the software side of the new wave covered, with iOS 26 introduced during WWDC and a public beta underway

It looks like iOS 26 will be here before we know it here's why we think it's about to drop

Well also note that right now is arguably the worst time to buy a new model. Apple has released its latest iPhones each September like clockwork for several years, and we expect that trend to continue with the inevitable iPhone 17 series (and the full iOS 26 update ) next month

The stable version of iOS 26 is just weeks away.

We're getting super close to finding out when the annual Apple iPhone event will take place, giving us a first look at the new iPhone 17 lineup . We should also find out the official date for downloading the latest software update, iOS 26

We're still waiting for Apple to make the official announcement for the iPhone event that usually takes place in September. At that event, they'll showcase the new iPhone 17 lineup which will come equipped with the latest iOS 26 features preinstalled, as well as any additional features Apple reveals at the launch event

*Insert Robin Williams asking, "What year is it?"*

The 25W wireless charging capabilities of the iPhone 16 are extending to third-party chargers with iOS 26

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That also means we'll finally get to officially lay eyes on the iPhone 17 lineup. The latest iOS 26 features will come preinstalled on the new models, as well as any additional features Apple reveals at the launch event

In presumably less than a month, the annual Apple iPhone event will be here, giving us a first look at the iPhone 17 lineup . With that should come the official date for downloading the latest software update, iOS 26

The Apple iPhone event is nearly here, which means we'll soon get to download iOS 26 and iPadOS 26

Apple has rolled out a new update for its platforms, namely iOS 18.6.2, iPadOS 18.6.2 and macOS Sequoia 15.6.1. With iOS 26 and its equivalents on the horizon, updates for the companys current operating systems arent exactly a priority

During that event, we'll finally get to put our eyes on the iPhone 17 lineup. The latest iOS 26 features will come preinstalled on the new models, as well as any additional features Apple reveals at the launch event

Liquid Glass is a huge new change coming to iOS 26

With iOS 26 coming within the next month or so, Apple doesn't have many reasons left to update iOS 18

The wait for accessing iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 is getting shorter as the Apple iPhone event inches closer

YouTube launched a similar feature last year. Apple has gotten in on the action, too: Messages, Phone and FaceTime apps have live translation tools in iOS 26

Apples Messages app is getting two important new features in iOS 26

The ability to encrypt texts between iPhones and Android devices may be coming soon.

The changes are few, but some of them are notable.

Apple's next big update is bringing subtle but long-awaited improvements to iMessage that will make texting on your iPhone smoother and smarter.

Liven up your conversations in iOS 26 Messages by adding a custom background of your choosing

Apple's Adaptive Power feature uses more subtle methods to extend the battery life.

That means the expected official announcement of the iPhone 17 line. The latest iOS 26 features will come preinstalled on the new models, as well as any additional features Apple reveals at the launch event

The latest iOS 26 public beta update improves app opening and closing times

Liquid Glass is a huge new change coming to iOS 26

There are several elements of the iOS 26 Camera experience that have changed in suboptimal ways