The upcoming iOS 26.1 update includes several new features and changes for iPhones, such as a toggle for changing the appearance of the Liquid Glass design, "slide to stop" for alarms in the Clock app, and more.
Key features of iOS 26.1 include:
The update is expected to be released in early November, with a possible release date of Monday, November 3 or Tuesday, November 4, pending the arrival of the Release Candidate.
iOS 26.1 allows users to choose their preferred look for Liquid Glass, with options for a more transparent "Clear" look or a more opaque "Tinted" look, accessible in the Settings app under Display and Brightness → Liquid Glass.
No official release date has been announced by Apple.
Author's summary: iOS 26.1 update coming soon with new features.