Apple released the latest iOS 26 Beta 7 with a new feature aimed at extending battery life on iPhones. This feature alerts users when their device's performance drops, allowing for adjustments to save power and ensure longer battery usage.
Changes to Liquid Glass UI and Adaptive Power
Apple has adjusted the transparency of the Liquid Glass UI in Beta 7, making it more translucent. Additionally, the new Adaptive Power Notifications toggle enables subtle adjustments to display brightness and background activities to optimize battery performance.
Apple's iOS 26 Beta 7 update. | Image credit: PhoneArena
The Adaptive Power feature optimizes power usage by adjusting settings to save battery life without noticeable impact on user experience. Low Power Mode is automatically activated when the battery levels reach 20%, further enhancing power efficiency.
Low Power Mode in iOS 26 Beta 7 temporarily disables certain features to conserve battery, ensuring prolonged device usage. Adaptive Power Notifications utilize Apple Intelligence on supported devices for efficient power management.
Blood Oxygen Feature Support
iOS 26 Beta 7 and watchOS 27 Beta 7 introduce support for blood oxygen readings, enhancing health tracking capabilities. Users can monitor SPO2 levels on their Apple devices, promoting overall well-being and fitness monitoring.
Notification in iOS 26 Beta 7 for battery optimization. | Image credit: PhoneArena
Apple's workaround for displaying blood oxygen readings on the Health app addresses previous restrictions on certain Apple Watch models, expanding health monitoring capabilities for users.
With the upcoming stable release of iOS 26, users are eager to transition from Beta versions to the final platform, benefiting from improved performance and new features unveiled during the Beta testing phase.
