Apple released the long-awaited iOS 26 on Monday, and it's available now as a free software update. The new iPhone operating system promises major changes to how users operate their device and how it looks day-to-day.

Downloading the new operating system is simple enough; getting used to all the changes might not be so easy. Change is hard, but we think this particular change will be rewarding for most users. Mashable reporters have been testing the iOS 26 beta for months, and the new OS promises lots of cool new features. There's a lot going on with the update — but we've collected three of our favorites you should try immediately.

So, go download iOS 26 and get ready to try these new features.

Liquid Glass

OK, this one is obvious, but you should really play around with Liquid

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