iOS 26.2 rollout: Top 5 features coming to your iPhone this December
Apple is preparing to release iOS 26.2 to supported iPhones in December. The update builds on the visual overhaul introduced with iOS 26 and brings cleaner navigation, improved accessibility tools, enhanced personalisation options and new Apple Music capabilities. This photogallery presents the standout features arriving with the next major Apple update.
Cleaner Apple News navigation The Apple News app will get a redesigned experience with the new Following tab. This dedicated section collects the topics and channels you care about, making it faster to navigate directly to personalised content.
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Screen flash alerts for notifications iOS 26.2 introduces screen flash alerts as a new accessibility feature. Users can choose LED flash, screen flash or both, offering a clearer visual cue for incoming notifications. The option is particularly helpful for users with hearing impairments or anyone who frequently misses alerts.
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Live AirPods translation expands to the EU AirPods users in the EU will finally get access to Live Translation. The feature enables real-time language translation during conversations without needing to look at your iPhone. It originally debuted in select regions with iOS 26 and now reaches EU users with regulatory compliance in place.
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New Liquid Glass slider for Lock Screen Apple adds deeper Lock Screen customisation with a Liquid Glass opacity slider for the clock background. It builds on the earlier Clear and Tinted presets, allowing users to adjust the frosted or transparent appearance of the clock area.
Offline lyrics in Apple Music Apple Music finally brings offline lyrics support. Users will be able to view song lyrics even when their device is not connected to the internet, making the feature more useful during travel and low-connectivity situations.
