Apple officially released the iOS 26.1 system today, which is the first major update since the official launch of iOS 26 in September. iOS 26.1 is suitable for iPhone 11 series and newer models, as well as second-generation iPhone SE and other devices. Users can download and install the latest system through wireless OTA through "Settings > General > Software Update".
This update brings many new features and improvements, including:
Added a transparency adjustment option for the appearance of Liquid Glass. Users can choose the default clear or new translucent effect in applications and lock screen notifications according to their preferences.
The alarm clock and timer functions have a new "slide to close" operation, replacing the previous one-click closing method to improve the prevention of misoperation.
The lock screen camera wake-up function can now be turned on or off manually, and users can adjust it according to their needs.
Apple Intelligence and AirPods instant translation features now support Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Japanese, Korean and Italian.
The Apple Music mini player supports sliding gestures to switch songs, and supports the AutoMix automatic mixing function when connected to AirPlay.
Supports gain adjustment when recording with an external USB microphone, and the storage location for recording local files can be customized.
The fitness app now has a new function to record workouts manually.
The sound quality of FaceTime in low-bandwidth environments is further optimized.
Teenagers aged 13 to 17 (the specific age varies by country or region) who have activated a child account will have communication security and webpage sensitive content filtering turned on by default, effectively restricting access to adult websites.
For more information on security updates, please refer to Apple’s official instructions. At the same time, please note that some functions may vary by region or model. For detailed information, please visit Apple’s official website. In addition, any system updates may affect device performance or battery life, and users can get more relevant information on the support page.
The functional adjustments and new additions of iOS 26.1 this time further enrich the system experience and security protection. It is recommended that users of supported models update in time to obtain the best experience.