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Apple is expected to launch the latest version of its mobile operating system, iOS 26.1, today. The update comes after more than a month of beta testing and packs several new features and changes. Among them are customizable options for Liquid Glass, a new toggle for Lock Screen camera access, an improved alarm control in the Clock app, and song-swiping capabilities in Apple Music .

Branding changes

A new look for Apple TV app

Last month, Apple announced the rebranding of its streaming service from Apple TV+ to simply Apple TV . The move is part of a larger strategy to give the platform a "vibrant new identity." As part of this transition, iOS 26.1 will also see an updated app icon for the Apple TV app, making it more colorful and visually appealing.

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