iOS 26 has arrived. The biggest iPhone software redesign since iOS 7 in 2013 is now available as a free update for compatible devices. In addition to a new look, iOS 26 upgrades core apps and pushes Apple Intelligence further in new ways. Here are the highlights.

Apple’s latest iOS overhaul sports a glassier design and includes useful features like live language translation.

And in addition to the new devices, Apple also announced the release date of iOS 26. The software update is available for compatible iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches starting on Monday, Sept. 15. The update features a new user interface design and several new AI-powered features.

It's time to update your iPhone to the latest iOS 26 software. I've used it for several months, and here's why you should install, and what you can expect.

Some people notice their iPhone battery drains faster than usual after Apple releases an update, and the company released a statement online saying it's nothing to worry about. "This is normal, as your device needs time to complete the setup process in the background,