What’s New in iOS 26 Beta 4: Full Breakdown
Apple has released iOS 26 beta 4 for developers, continuing to refine and polish the upcoming iPhone software ahead of its official launch. Here’s a roundup of what’s new in this latest beta version.
Liquid Glass Makes a Return
In beta 4, the Liquid Glass effect is back in toolbars, replacing the more heavily frosted look seen in beta 3.
Lock Screen Enhancements
The Lock Screen now automatically darkens your wallpaper when notifications appear. This subtle change is designed to improve legibility and increase contrast between the background and the text.
Camera App Updates
- A new informational splash screen highlights the redesigned Camera app interface.
- The Camera app icon has also been tweaked, reducing the black bezel and emphasizing a design that more closely resembles the ultra-wide camera lens.
Phone App Changes
Apple has added new settings for silencing unknown callers and managing the call screening feature, giving users more control over who can reach them.
Wallpaper and Color Tweaks
- A new Dynamic color option has been introduced for iOS 26/iPadOS 26 wallpapers.
- In CarPlay, Apple has added color choices for the iOS 26 wallpaper—while removing some older ones.
Notification Summaries Return
After being paused in earlier versions, News & Entertainment notification summaries are back in beta 4.
Design Refinements in macOS (Linked to iOS 26)
Although not part of iOS directly, macOS Tahoe 26 shares visual updates with iOS 26:
- A redesigned Music app that mimics the Podcasts app layout.
- Updated notification styling matching the look introduced in iOS 26.
- A new option to shuffle your personal photo wallpapers.