This update is compatible with all iPhones from 2019 on — that means the iPhone 11 onwards. The iPhone XS, XS Max and XR supported iOS 18 but aren’t compatible with the new software. Every phone from iPhone 11 to the latest, including second- and third-generation iPhone SE, right up to iPhone 17 series and iPhone Air, are covered.

Apple today released iOS 26.2.1 and iPadOS 26.2.1, minor updates to the iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 operating systems. The new software comes a month after Apple released iOS 26.2 and iPadOS 26.2. The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPhones and iPads over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.

Apple’s latest iOS 26.2 update addresses early issues in the Liquid Glass interface, clarifying visuals across the system. iOS 26.2 refines the Liquid Glass update with improved visibility and readability on Apple iPhones.

Not everyone was thrilled about Liquid Glass when iOS 26.2 launched in 2025, but iOS 26.2 has finally addressed most of the complaints.