6 Little-Known iOS 26 Features That Instantly Make Your iPhone Better

Updated your iPhone to the latest iOS 26? But do you know these little-known features?

Battery charge time estimates: Plug in your iPhone, and the lock screen shows exact charging time to reach 80% or 100%, making quick top-ups easier to plan.

Adaptive Power Mode: iOS 26 introduces Adaptive Power Mode, which intelligently balances performance and battery life depending on your activity, so you don’t have to switch manually.

3D Spatial Photos: Photos in iOS 26 can transform into immersive, 3D-like spatial scenes, letting you tilt and explore depth for a more lifelike viewing experience.

Live call screening: Unknown number? iOS 26 can screen calls with real-time transcripts, letting you decide instantly whether to answer, decline or send straight to voicemail.

Create your own ringtone: No more GarageBand hassle! iOS 26 lets you turn any short MP3 or voice memo into a personal ringtone right from Files or Voice Memos.

Text message backgrounds: Messages get a personal touch with custom chat backgrounds - add colors, gradients or photos to give each conversation a unique and fun vibe.