iOS 26.1 is Here! - Every Major Feature and Change

iOS 26.1 introduces new customization options like liquid glass and enhanced privacy features, along with various improvements to core apps and accessibility.

• New 'liquid glass' and 'background security improvement' options enhance customization and protection.

• Users can now disable lock screen camera swipe, customize alarm stops, and manage call haptics.

• Fitness app supports custom workouts, and Apple Intelligence/Translation gains expanded language support.

iOS 26.1 brings significant updates, including a new 'liquid glass' display setting for UI customization and 'background security improvements' for automatic protection. Users gain more control over interface elements, such as disabling lock screen camera access and customizing alarm actions, alongside expanded language support for Apple Intelligence and translation.

System Customization & Security

• 00:00:04 iOS 26.1 introduces a 'liquid glass' setting under display and brightness, allowing users to choose between clear or tinted appearances for menus throughout the OS. A new 'background security improvement' option is available under privacy and security, enabling automatic installation of security updates between major software versions to enhance iPhone protection.

App Enhancements & Accessibility

• 00:01:24 The update adds a 'local capture' option under general settings, letting users select a save location or audio-only capture for content activated via Control Center. Accessibility features are expanded, with the option to 'prefer single touch actions' for alarms, and new settings under display and text size to show borders around icons and improve contrast for better legibility.