5 hidden features in iOS 26, including iMessage polls and faster Reminders

There’s a lot going on in iOS 26, from the major visual overhaul to numerous new and improved features, but not all of the changes are obvious.

In fact, there are some things you might never realize you can do at all if you don’t read up on Apple’s latest operating system update.

It’s these small changes that we’ve focused on here – five features that are a little bit hidden away, but very much worth knowing about.

1. Add Reminders from Control Center

With iOS 26, Apple has added a new Reminders shortcut that you can add to either the lock screen or Control Center ...