Apple is expected to release the first public beta of iOS 26 on or around July 23, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. In a response to a post on X, Gurman addressed the absence of the public beta, which Apple previously said would launch sometime in July.
While Apple hasn’t technically missed its own deadline, the lack of a public beta so far has sparked speculation that the release may have been delayed.
Apple typically waits about a month after the initial developer beta to release a public version. This buffer allows engineers time to address major bugs and polish the software—important, since public testers are more likely to install beta builds on their primary devices. Developers, in contrast, generally use test devices to minimize risk.
iOS 26 is shaping up to be Apple’s most significant visual overhaul since iOS 7. The new “Liquid Glass” aesthetic introduces translucent layers, dynamic layouts, and spatial wallpapers that create a subtle 3D effect. On the Lock Screen, the clock now intelligently moves to avoid overlapping with key elements in the user’s wallpaper. Core apps like Camera, Photos, Music, News, and Podcasts feature redesigned interfaces, including a new floating tab bar for more immersive navigation.
The update also brings major enhancements to Apple Intelligence, the company’s on-device AI suite. New capabilities include Live Translation in Messages and FaceTime, Visual Intelligence for interacting with on-screen content, and upgrades to Phone and Messages—such as Call Screening, in-message polls, and group Apple Cash payments.
Other highlights include AutoMix in Apple Music for seamless transitions between tracks, visited-place tracking in Maps, and redesigned Wallet boarding passes with Live Activities integration.
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