OS 26 introduces new features for Apple’s Notes app, including most prominently the fresh Liquid Glass design. Here’s what’s coming.

Apple’s next phone operating system arriving this fall, iOS 26, includes a transparent aesthetic mimicking the look of glass and making apps and buttons blend in with content on the screen. Google is doing the opposite with its newly released operating system, Android 16, which emphasizes brighter, punchier colors.

A new rumor out of China today has sparked speculation that Apple may be readying a unique new iPhone 17 Pro color that somehow reflects the

Ballet dancers, bigfoot hunters, and trombone players, today is a special World Emoji Day for you! The Unicode Consortium has announced the newest set of emojis to be released, whittled down from the submissions late last year. Without further ado, here’s the list:

Apple won't face a class action lawsuit over iOS 13's alleged cellular data use without user permission soon — but the suit isn't completely done yet.

Apple also already released an iOS 26 beta geared toward developers. To get started, you need an iPhone 11 or newer running iOS 16.5 or later and an Apple ID used in the Apple Developer Program. ZDNET's guide provides step-by-step instructions on downloading the beta.

OS 26 revamps Reminders with a one-tap capture tool on Lock Screen, Action Button, and Control Center. Powered by Apple Intelligence, it turns fleeting thoughts into organized tasks instantly.

OS 26 Photos adds a couple of new features you'll want to explore once you upgrade to the new iPhone software. Here's how to customize the layout of your photo collections and how to look up event info from within Photos.