Apple's new iOS 26 beta 2 has new features, but is your iPhone compatible? Check this list

Apple has released the second beta of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26, bringing new features and updates to the operating systems. The key highlights include the visual update "Liquid Glass," which aims to make Apple's OSes more cohesive, and a redesigned Phone app with features like "Hold Assist." Additionally, iOS 26 will introduce a live translation feature for AirPods, as well as a polls feature for group messages in the Messages app. However, not all iPhone models will be compatible with the new OS. The iPhone XR, XS, and XS Max from 2018 will not be eligible for the iOS 26 upgrade. The article lists the iPhone models that will support the new OS, starting from the iPhone SE (2nd generation) and later. The article also mentions that while users can continue using their older, unsupported iPhones, they will miss out on security updates and may encounter compatibility issues with certain apps. iOS 26 is expected to be released in mid-September, alongside the new iPhone 17 models.