Apple has unveiled the official release of iOS 26, which is compatible with the second-generation iPhone SE and 25 subsequent models. Meanwhile, the iPhone 17 series and iPhone Air will have this system pre-installed. This latest system introduces enhancements in design, functionality, and AI capabilities. It showcases a novel LiquidGlass design language, supports multi-platform synchronization, and features optimized applications. To elucidate the effects of the update, Apple has initiated a dedicated support page, highlighting its significance and clarifying the distinctions between major and minor version updates. Apple has noted that post-update, iPhones, particularly after significant version upgrades, might exhibit a temporary decline in battery life and an uptick in heat generation. This is attributed to system background processes and the resource demands of new features. Performance fluctuations are considered normal and usually stabilize within a few days, with ongoing software updates further refining the experience. Such feedback has been noted in prior major version updates; however, this marks the inaugural instance where Apple has proactively and openly addressed the matter. Moreover, the new system introduces functionalities like call recording, music sharing for personalized ringtones, and customizable snooze intervals for alarms.