The upcoming iOS 26.1 update includes several new features and changes for iPhones, such as a toggle for changing the appearance of the Liquid Glass design, "slide to stop" for alarms in the Clock app, and more.
The update is expected to be released in early November, possibly on Monday, November 3 or Tuesday, November 4, depending on when the Release Candidate arrives.
Users will be able to choose their preferred look for Liquid Glass in the Settings app, under Display and Brightness → Liquid Glass, with options for a more transparent "Clear" or a more opaque "Tinted" look.
No official release date has been announced by Apple.
Author's summary: iOS 26.1 update coming soon.