Introduction Apple’s latest software update— iOS 26 —is live, and it’s introducing a sweeping redesign and feature overhaul. The new UI design, dubbed Liquid Glass , brings translucent, glass-like elements, dynamic interfaces, and unified visuals across Apple devices. But it’s not just about looks—there are powerful updates for Maps , Messages , Live Translation , Apple Intelligence , a new Games app , and more. If you're an iPhone user, there are some things you should do right away to get the best experience. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll cover: What exactly Liquid Glass is and what changes it brings The key features of iOS 26 and related platform updates Compatible devices and what limitations to watch out for What to do first (settings to tweak, features to try) after updating Pros vs cons and user feedback Tips for optimizing battery, readability, and performance By the end, you’ll know whether to update now or wait, how to adapt to the changes smoothly, and ho...