New iPhone iOS 26.1 replace

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – When Apple launched Liquid Glass, it appeared futuristic. The translucent impact made icons and widgets mix into the background as in the event that they had been floating over your wallpaper.

It was a cool visible trick, however many iPhone and iPad customers shortly discovered it irritating.

Liquid Glass made it arduous to see what was on the house display, particularly in brilliant mild or on busy backgrounds. Users complained, and Apple listened.

With the brand new iOS 26.1 replace, you’ll be able to lastly flip it off, or no less than tone it down. Go to Settings, then Display and Brightness, and search for the brand new Liquid Glass possibility.

You can swap from Clear to Tinted, which provides extra distinction and makes icons and widgets simpler to see.

Another enchancment fixes one of the vital annoying habits of newer iPhones. On iPhone 16 and 17 fashions, simply choosing up the telephone can generally open the digital camera by mistake.

The digital camera management button was designed for fast entry, nevertheless it was somewhat too delicate.

Now you’ll be able to disable it. Go to Settings, then Accessibility, and choose Camera Control to show the function off. That ought to cease the digital camera from opening when you do not need it to.

Apple Music customers get a small however helpful change too. You can now swipe on the mini participant to skip ahead or again with out opening the complete participant display. It is quicker and simpler whenever you simply wish to transfer to the subsequent tune.

Like most Apple updates, iOS 26.1 additionally contains a number of vital safety patches. Apple says these updates shut vulnerabilities that would permit hackers to run code or entry personal info.

The firm has not but shared particulars, which is typical. It waits till most gadgets are up to date earlier than revealing what was mounted.

The replace is accessible now for iPhones and iPads. If you skipped iOS 26, count on a big obtain and plan to put in it when you’re on your property WiFi community.

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