Apple’s much-anticipated iOS 26 update has started rolling out worldwide, but instead of a completely smooth experience, some iPhone users are reporting unexpected glitches and performance issues. While the update brings new features, security improvements, and design tweaks, the problems faced by some users have raised concerns.
Early feedback on social media and tech forums shows that users are experiencing battery drain, app crashes, visual glitches and slower device performance. A few have also reported screen flickering and touch response delays after installing the update.
Battery performance appears to be the most common complaint. Several users have mentioned that their iPhones heat up quickly and lose charge much faster than before, even during light usage.
Despite these issues, Apple has not yet released an official statement. However, it is common for initial versions of new iOS updates to have minor bugs, which are usually fixed in subsequent patches. Tech experts suggest waiting for a follow-up update (possibly iOS 26.1) that may address these problems.
If you’re facing issues after updating to iOS 26, here are a few quick fixes that might help: restarting your iPhone, resetting network settings, or checking for pending app updates.
