Apple has launched the fourth beta version of iOS 26, introducing several modifications, especially regarding the visibility of Liquid Glass, which has become more translucent. This update is particularly noteworthy because it will likely be the version available to public beta testers soon.
With beta 4, menu bars in various apps like Photos, Music, and the App Store now showcase enhanced transparency, allowing the background color to be more visible. On the Lock Screen, as users scroll through notifications, the background darkens, improving text readability.
Additionally, Apple has reinstated Notification Summaries for News and Entertainment apps. These summaries had been removed previously due to issues with misleading headlines.
With the current beta, users can expect improved functionality, and Apple is soliciting feedback during the testing phase. After updating, a prompt will allow users to enable or disable news summaries, which will be distinctly marked as “Summarized by Apple Intelligence.”
Changes have also been made to the Camera app, where the button now moves freely across modes instead of being fixed.
The icon for the Camera app on the Home Screen has also been updated. New wallpapers for CarPlay are part of the update, featuring a variety of colors that match the new iOS design, alongside some legacy wallpapers that have been removed.
Further updates include a revamped interface for Face ID & Passcode settings, enhancements in the Passwords app for better website integration, and a new toggle in the Weather app for accessing Significant Locations. The “Late Night Mode” in Sounds has been rebranded as “Reduce Loud Sounds,” providing new audio management features.
Finally, changes in call screening options provide users with greater control over unknown callers, while the wallpapers introduced in iOS 26 are now dynamic, adapting their colors throughout the day.
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