Older iPhones Slowing Down After iOS 26? Here’s the REAL Reason + iOS 26.1 Fix Explained

Are older iPhones becoming slow after updating to iOS 26? You’re not alone. Many users with older iPhone models have been facing performance drops, battery drain, and readability issues — and the main reason is Apple’s new Liquid Glass background effect. In this video, I break down exactly what Liquid Glass does, why it affects older devices, and how the new iOS 26.1 update introduces a simple but effective toggle: Clear vs Tinted Mode. Tinted mode reduces the transparency load, improves text clarity, and helps older displays perform better. If your iPhone feels slower after the update, this quick explanation will help you understand what’s happening — and how to fix it. Chapters: 00:00 – iOS 26 Issue on Older iPhones 00:07 – Why Liquid Glass Causes Lag 00:14 – iOS 26.1 Toggle Explained 00:22 – Which Mode Should You Use? 00:27 – Final Thoughts This video is perfect for anyone facing iOS update issues, iPhone slowdowns, or display clarity problems after iOS 26. Video By Ammar Yusri #ios26 #ios26update #iphonetipsandtricks #iphonetips #appleupdates #liquidglass #iphoneperformance #iphone #apple #techexplained