iOS 26 Leaks: Release Timeline, Public Beta, Features, & Eligible iPhones

Amazing Lock Screen Widgets on iOS 26 : Leaked pictures show more customizable lock screen widgets with interactive elements that will allow iPhone users to personalize their devices even further. Users can utilize various widgets for different apps, including weather, Reddit activity, and custom URLs, all without unlocking their phone. 

Smart Replies coming in Messages App : A major new feature expected in iOS 26 will include AI-based smart replies that can generate quick auto-responses by understanding the context of your previous conversations.

Smart Battery Health features : A smarter battery health system is likely to appear with intelligent controls. This will enable battery health features and allow you to control your charging more intelligently. iOS 26 provides enhanced battery usage insights, allowing users to track which apps consume the most power. 

New Layout from Control Center with more customizability : The Control Center will feature a completely new layout that allows for easier and more personalized arrangements, enabling users to host, remove, and move controls with greater flexibility.

Smart Siri Features with More Intelligence Lattice : Siri will likely receive a significant speed boost with enhanced intelligence, featuring in-device processing that reduces latency and provides better privacy. Siri can now better understand user requests, even with stumbles, and can act on information directly from the screen. 

Seamless App Multitasking on Larger iPhones : Big iPhones, particularly the Pro Max versions, may finally receive iPad-like split-screen multitasking to utilize their larger screens more effectively. This enhanced split view will enable users to run multiple apps simultaneously, perfect for tasks like taking notes while browsing the web. 

New Privacy Lock for Hidden Apps : A new privacy feature in iOS may allow you to lock certain apps using Face ID or passcodes, adding another layer of security. Hidden apps are removed from search results and notifications, further protecting user privacy. 

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