# iOS 26: Upgrades to the Reminders Application
iOS 26 rolls out notable modifications to the iPhone software, elevating both the visual appeal and functionality of system applications. Among these enhancements, the Reminders application gains several new features designed to boost user experience and efficiency.
## New Liquid Glass Aesthetic
The ‘Liquid Glass’ aesthetic influences all native apps in iOS 26, with the Reminders app revealing a renewed look. While the task list view shows slight modifications, the overall appearance of the app has been markedly refreshed. The Smart Lists positioned at the top of the task view boast a new design, complete with unique icons and a more structured layout. The interfaces for creating and editing tasks have undergone a redesign, featuring better organization of data types and improved visual spacing for streamlined navigation.
## Rapid Task Creation from Control Center and Beyond
iOS 26 unveils a new control for expedited task creation within the Reminders app. Users can now incorporate a ‘New Reminder’ control to the Control Center, the Action Button, or their Lock Screen. This feature offers a handy popup that enables users to swiftly access key parameters for crafting reminders, such as modifying the list, adding notes, specifying due dates, and flagging tasks.
## Auto-Categorizing Lists
A key highlight in iOS 26 is the auto-categorization feature of Reminders. Previously, users were required to manually organize their reminders into sections. Now, with the assistance of Apple Intelligence, Reminders can automatically generate intelligent sections within lists and categorize tasks accordingly, granting a more orderly view of tasks without extra effort.
## Suggested Reminders by Apple Intelligence
Another cutting-edge feature driven by Apple Intelligence is ‘Suggested Reminders.’ This functionality employs AI language tools to assess content shared with the Reminders app, like emails or websites, and proposes tasks that can be generated based on that content, enhancing the task management experience.
## Call Back Reminders
The integration of Reminders with the Phone app in iOS 26 permits users to establish ‘Call Back Reminders’ directly from their recent call list. By swiping left on a call entry, users can formulate a reminder to return a call at a designated time, which is then tied to the Reminders app and prominently featured in the Phone app.
## Time Zone Adjustment
For those who often travel across time zones, the new Time Zone Adjustment feature in Reminders tackles the frequent issue of reminders notifying at unpredictable times. Users can now designate a default time zone for all reminders, assuring consistent alert timings irrespective of their location.
In summary, iOS 26 delivers a range of upgrades to the Reminders app, enhancing its intuitiveness and user friendliness. With features such as rapid task creation, auto-categorization, and intelligent suggestions, managing tasks has never been more straightforward.
