Most iOS 26 features are compatible with iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches. See more of the key features below.

Apple 's latest software update, iOS 26 , is almost here.

On Sept. 9, Apple announced the highly-anticipated iPhone 17 . The tech giant also announced the launch of the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max , iPhone Air , three new Apple Watch models and the AirPods Pro 3 .

And in addition to the new devices, Apple also announced the release date of iOS 26 . The software update is available for compatible iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches starting on Monday, Sept. 15. The update features a new user interface design and several new AI-powered features.

Interested in learning more? Here's a deeper dive into what we know about iOS 26.

When does iOS 26 release?

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