iOS 26 beta 3 is now available with new wallpapers, updated transparency effects, Control Center color tweaks, and bug fixes. Here’s everything new in the latest iOS 26 update.
iOS 26 Developer Beta 3 Brings Some New Changes, Here’s All That Is New
Apple just dropped iOS 26 Beta 3, and while this update is more about polish than surprises, it still brings fun visual tweaks, smoother UI, and new wallpaper options. iOS 26 continues to evolve with each beta, and we’re inching closer to the public beta which could be dropping in anytime now.
Let’s dive into what’s changed in iOS 26 beta 3.
iOS 26 Liquid Glass Transparency Tweaks: “Frosted Glass”
Apple is dialing back the transparency effects across various apps like Apple Music, Podcasts, the App Store, and Safari. Navigation bars now appear more opaque, improving button legibility. Personally, this effect is overkill.
Some love it. Others miss the see-through aesthetic. Either way, it’s a shift toward clarity.
New iOS 26 Wallpapers
The default iOS 26 wallpaper now comes in fresh flavors:
- Halo
- Dusk
- Sky
- Shadow
Expect gorgeous new blue and purple tones, and they look even more distinct in Dark Mode. A visual treat for personalization fans.
Control Center Gets a Splash of Color
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, AirDrop, and Cellular toggles now sport brighter blue and green hues, better aligning with iOS 26’s overall color palette.
Bonus: iPadOS 26 Cursor Trick
In iPadOS 26, shaking the cursor makes it bigger, just like on macOS. Finding it is now way easier!
Maps & Safari Improvements
- Maps now supports fog advisories in offline mode and better commute delay alerts
- Safari gets slight visual tweaks to the bookmarks folders interface
Bug Fixes Worth Noting
Apple fixed a pesky issue where iPads connected to external displays would go to sleep during video calls. That’s a win for multitaskers and remote workers!
Final Thoughts
While iOS 26 Beta 3 isn’t a game-changer, it’s a solid step forward. From refined visuals to helpful tweaks, Apple is clearly prepping for the public beta launch this month. Whether you’re in it for the wallpapers, UI polish, or bug fixes, this update is worth exploring.
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