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Per week after iOS 26‘s public launch, Apple has seeded the first beta of iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1 to builders. The primary main level launch of the OSes packs a number of essential modifications.
Under is the whole lot new we’ve got present in iOS 26.1 beta 1 to this point.
There aren’t any main new options in iOS 26.1. As an alternative, Apple has targeted on bettering the present options and tweaking annoyances that slipped previous within the preliminary launch.
iOS 26.1 beta 1: What’s new and altered
Up to date scrubber within the Images app

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Apple has up to date the scrubber within the Images app in iOS 26.1 beta 1. It now incorporates a extra frosted look, making it simpler to see. The modifications additionally apply to different navigation buttons within the Images app.
Liquid Glass expands to the Telephone app

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Whereas minor, the keypad within the Telephone app will get a Liquid Glass makeover in iOS 26.1 beta 1. It now blends higher with the general UI.
Expanded language help for Apple Intelligence
The primary iOS 26.1 beta expands Apple Intelligence help to the next languages:
- Chinese language (Conventional)
- Danish
- Dutch
- Norwegian
- Swedish
- Portuguese
- Vietnamese
- Turkish
Swipe to skip music in Apple Music
In iOS 26.1 beta 1, Apple Music provides a brand new gesture. You’ll be able to swipe on the presently enjoying music’s title to skip ahead or return in your queue.
Expanded language help for AirPods Dwell Translation
The AirPods’ Dwell Translation characteristic beneficial properties help for extra languages in iOS 26.1 beta 1. New additions embody Japanese, Korean, Italian, and each Conventional and Simplified Chinese language.
You’ll be able to count on at the least three extra beta builds of iOS 26.1 earlier than Apple drops the steady model for everybody. The general public launch ought to occur in mid or late October.
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