Apple releases iOS 26 beta 4 with Liquid Glass redesign and AI-news summaries

Apple has rolled out the fourth developer beta of its next major software update for iPhones, iOS 26. The latest update introduces minor adjustments to its Liquid Glass redesign and reintroduces the AI-powered notification summaries for news. This new developer beta (iOS 26 beta 4) was rolled out just before the expected launch of the iOS 26 public beta later this week. The beta largely reflects the features and changes users can anticipate in the upcoming public release. Developer betas are intended to allow mobile app creators to test their apps with Apple’s new software, ensuring they are ready for the public launch of the operating system in the coming months.

Traditionally, Apple has offered public betas for years following its Worldwide Developers Conference in June, allowing iPhone owners early access to updated software with fewer stability issues and bugs.