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iOS 26.4: New Features, Emoji, and Release Date Revealed

3/14/2026

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Apple Inc.'s upcoming iOS 26.4 update adds new customization features, including a "Reduce Bright Effects" setting.
The update enables an automatable battery charge limit through the Shortcuts app.
It also improves subtitle styling in the default video player.
The release includes 163 new emoji designs, including 13 new concepts.
Public release is planned for late March or early April 2026, pending beta adjustments.

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Story summary

Apple Inc.'s upcoming iOS 26.4 update adds new customization features, including a "Reduce Bright Effects" setting.
The update enables an automatable battery charge limit through the Shortcuts app.
It also improves subtitle styling in the default video player.
The release includes 163 new emoji designs, including 13 new concepts.
Public release is planned for late March or early April 2026, pending beta adjustments.