Big iOS 26.1 Update: Apple Changes Liquid Glass & Fixes Alarm | One More Thing
Big iOS 26.1 Update: Apple Changes Liquid Glass & Fixes Alarm | One More Thing
In the latest iOS 26.1 update, Apple has not only improved its alarm functionality but has also introduced several subtle design tweaks. Gone are the days of blaming the mishmash of stacked alarm buttons for being late. The new alarm design requires a deliberate slide to turn off, reducing accidental dismissals.
The liquid glass interface that debuted in iOS 26 has also received a makeover. Users can now toggle a tinted version for better readability, addressing previous complaints about transparency making text hard to read. Additional features enhance user experience, including a new security setting for automatic updates and a convenient swipe function in Apple Music to skip tracks.
But it’s not just about iOS; Apple is celebrating its impending 50th anniversary with branding updates across its platforms. The Apple TV app now boasts a colorful new icon and a fresh intro animation, marking a shift in its identity. As Apple prepares for what looks to be a transformative year ahead, these changes signal a commitment to continual improvement.
With new features like enhanced language translation and better audio quality in FaceTime, die-hard Apple fans will find much to enjoy. Stay tuned for more updates and let us know your thoughts on iOS 26.1!
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Would be nice to have the “swipe to turn off alarm” feature also available in standby, at least as an option. They have moved and resized the snooze and off buttons so many times I have definitely turned off my alarm by mistake.
Still no separate volume for alarms. Please Apple, steal that one from Android.
Apple CarPlay is ridiculous it keeps on disconnecting every 20 seconds really annoying.
They did not fix it. They made it worse. I hate the alarms now. I never had any issues with it before. I haven't checked yet, but hopefully there is an option to switch it back.
I know I’d have to be out if nothing fun comes!!!
Can we desable the lateral widget screen ?? I hate it !
Siri and Apple Intelligence SUCKS.
Yes, removing the swipe left for camera.
Love this feature
I use standby mode and the alarm is still the same (no snooze, no slide, turns off with just a tap).
Read more about iOS 26 on CNET.com
The New Alarm in iOS 26.1 Saves You From Snooze Mistakes https://zdcs.link/QdpRmZ
iOS 26.2 Might Let You Adjust Your iPhone's Liquid Glass Even More https://zdcs.link/aXVK1Z
Why is it named iOS26? rather 19 or perhaps 25?
You missed one out Apple fixed an issue with IOS 26.01 on the iPhone 11 and CarPlay, when playing music was fine but podcasts and Audible books and probably more when playing through CarPlay specifically was very distorted, anyway it’s sorted now😊
They didn't fix the music application, you can't pause or play via keyboard commands.
I like the way Bridget says “itty bitty menu.” Dun dun!
This video was right next to another video saying apple broke alarms lol.
Pink pineapple is amazing also purple carrot
Bridget is always so explicit in her descriptions.
So funny, Apple Intelligence is going to use Gemini.
The update is less buggy for me, no freezes or major drops in frame-times so far also. Thanks for the updates as usual.
when you closing control center, its ghost stays on screen 0.5 second, up your brightness and try it
Swiping on the album artwork in Apple Music to skip to the next track or go back is definitely working for me. Not sure why they said otherwise
I'm not looking at he phone 😍
In 10 years will be as good as android! Me writing from a pro max!😢
Apple puts makeup 💄 on the ui and ux to you all to not 🚫 ask about APPLE INTELLIGENCE 😂😂😂😂😂
As ever, thanks, Bridget!
Woz OBLdeux
In one year liquid glass will be as good as windows vista/7 transparency
Does it now include basic functions such as the ability to set an alarm for a future date? No? Oh but it has frosted glass..
The extraordinary breadth of changes in iOS 26.x give a full refresh to the user experience. I waited until 26.1 to upgrade, choosing to wait for the point release. This has been a totally worthwhile experience.