Key Highlights of iOS 26
The update introduces Lost Mode with an NFC tag that reveals the owner of a misplaced item, and it allows sharing the item’s location with trusted contacts—ideal for airports that partner with airlines.
- Lost Mode NFC identification
- Location sharing with others
- CR2032 coin cell battery lasting over a year
New iPhone Hardware Upgrades
All four new iPhone models ship with the A17 (or newer) chip, featuring built‑in Apple Intelligence and the brand‑new N1 wireless networking chip for faster connectivity.
- A17 chip with Apple Intelligence support
- N1 wireless networking chip
- 7‑inch squarish screen for smart‑home control, media, and video calls
Battery and Power Considerations
Devices continue to rely on the CR2032 coin cell, which Apple claims provides more than a year of operation before replacement is required.