iOS 26 & iPadOS 26 Stable Updates Announced: Check Release Date, New Features, & How To Install Here

Here's everything you need to know about the iOS 26 launch date, including when it will arrive on your iPhone and how to check and download it.

By Shikhar Mehrotra • Updated On Sep 15, 2025

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Like last year, the iOS 26 stable update will roll out to the compatible iPhones on Monday, September 15, 2025.
Along with iOS 26, Apple will also release iPadOS 26, macOS 26 “Tahoe,” watchOS 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and the update for HomePod’s software.

The iPhone 17 series is official, and so is the iOS 26 stable update, which will soon be available for the compatible iPhone models. With the Liquid Glass design language, additions to the system apps like Messages, Phone, Camera, a revamped lock screen, and minor tweaks to other menus and layouts, iOS 26 is one of the most significant iOS upgrades to have launched in a while. So, without any further ado, let’s dive right into it.

Also Read: iOS 26 is Official: Check Out 30 New Features

iOS 26 Stable Update Release Date

Like last year, the iOS 26 stable update will roll out to the compatible iPhones on Monday, September 15, 2025. Beta users have had access to the operating system for weeks now, and with each version, Apple has added (and removed) several features, but it is the final, stable version that will roll out next week.

Also Read: iOS 26 Public Beta Hands-On: The Good, The Bad, and The Buggy

How to Install iOS 26 on Your iPhone?

Those with a compatible iPhone should get a push notification stating that the iOS 26 update is available for their device. You can also head to Settings > General > Software Update and check if the iOS 26 stable update is available for your device. If it is, you can download and install it (provided you have the required space on your iPhone).

Also Read: WWDC 2025: How to Install iOS 26 on Your iPhone?

iPadOS 26, macOS 26, and watchOS 26

Along with iOS 26, Apple will also release iPadOS 26, macOS 26 “Tahoe,” watchOS 26, tvOS 26, visionOS 26, and the update for HomePod’s software. Among all these updates, users will find the Liquid Glass design language common, along with device-specific changes. For instance, the iPadOS 26 includes a new windowing system, while the macOS 26 includes improved Spotlight.

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Shikhar Mehrotra

Shikhar Mehrotra is a seasoned technology writer and reviewer with over five years of experience covering consumer tech across India and global markets. At Smartprix, he has authored more than 1,700 articles, including news stories, features, comparisons, and product reviews spanning automobiles, smartphones, chipsets, wearables, laptops, home appliances, and operating systems. Shikhar has reviewed flagship devices such as the iPhone 16, Galaxy S25+, and Sennheiser HD 505 Open-Ear headphones. He also contributes regularly to Smartprix’s growing automotive section.

With a deep understanding of both iOS and Android ecosystems, Shikhar specializes in daily tech news, how-to explainers, product comparisons, and in-depth reviews. His DSLR photography in product reviews is recognized as among the best on the team.

Before joining Smartprix, Shikhar wrote for leading publications including Forbes Advisor India, Republic World, and ScreenRant. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication from Amity University, Lucknow.

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