Following the launch of iOS 26 beta 6 this Monday, Apple has made numerous adjustments to the forthcoming software update. With the official rollout anticipated in a month, it appears the company is finalizing modifications as it concludes this summer of beta testing its new Liquid Glass design language.
Similar to the prior beta, Apple is further enhancing the iOS 26 experience, rendering it more seamless and dependable. For developers who have been evaluating this new update since early June, it’s evident that iOS 26 is finally taking form, as bugs get resolved and new features begin functioning properly.
With beta 6, Apple introduced several significant changes, including offering hints at future features, enhancements to the Liquid Glass design, new ringtones, and much more. Below, you can discover all the key features and modifications that Apple has integrated into iOS 26 beta 6, which is scheduled for an official launch in September.
5 highlights from iOS 26 beta 6
New ringtones: Following the introduction of the Reflection ringtone earlier in the beta phase, Apple has now incorporated six variations of this ringtone. Additionally, there’s a new Little Bird ringtone that will also be included in the official release of iOS 26.
Liquid Glass tweaks: Apple continues to refine the Liquid Glass design in iOS 26 beta 6. This time, the company has enhanced transparency on the Lock Screen clock and navigation bars. A new effect has also been added for when toggles are activated.
Live Translation feature hint: The newest iOS 26 beta features an image of a real-time live translation capability. While the company is presently testing Live Translation in Messages, FaceTime, and Phone calls, 9to5Mac highlights that this function is also on its way to AirPods for real-life conversations. It’s not yet available, but development is underway.
Camera adjustment: After introducing a “Classic Mode” for the camera in a previous beta, Apple has now eliminated the toggle — which reversed the mode-switching scroll direction — making it the default (and sole) experience.
General stability: iOS 26 beta 6 delivers a more fluid experience overall. Applications launch more quickly, and overall usability has significantly improved from the earlier version, which is a welcome change as the final release nears.
These are the most noteworthy new features and adjustments you’ll encounter in iOS 26 beta 6. We will keep monitoring the changes as Apple releases new beta versions in the forthcoming weeks.
