Waking up every day can be a really trying task for some people, especially those that are naturally inclined to be more active at night. For years, iPhone users had to face a fixed nap of 9 minutes on their alarms – a small but persistent for anyone prefers a different rhythm in the morning. Now, with iOS 26, Apple finally gives users more control over how they wake up.
Personalized rehearsal intervals arrive
Unveiled at the company’s annual world annual conference (WWDC), iOS 26 has the capacity to personalize your alarm rehearsal interval. Users are no longer stuck with the 9 -minute arbitrary defect. Instead, you can now select any rehearsal period between one and fifteen minutes, simply by modifying your alarm settings. This update responds directly to years of user comments, many users urging Apple to make alarms more flexible in recent years. This flexibility allows users like you to adapt their mornings to your own needs.
It is not surprising that some people only need a quick boost to move, while others prefer a longer stamp before facing the day. The new feature has already aroused an online conversation and has actually opened a new discussion forum on sleep habits and how they vary for everyone.
Why was snooze stuck at 9 minutes?
The change also rekindled curiosity explaining why the snooze was set at 9 minutes in the first place. Was there a scientific reason, or perhaps an advantage for health? It turns out that the answer is more mechanical than medical. The 9 -minute rehearsal dates back to the 1950s, when the mechanical awakening gears made it difficult to adjust a precise 10 -minute interval. The designers settled for 9 minutes and the tradition has remained, even if technology has evolved.
When can you get it?
iOS 26 is already available in beta for developers, with a public beta version expected next month and a full version planned for this fall when the next iPhone 17 range will be launched. Although the possibility of personalizing your snooze may seem a small change, it is ideal for users who want more control over their mornings. Whether you are a series snoozer or someone who jumps from the bed, iOS 26 finally offers the flexibility to wake you up; Even if everyone is not impressed and convinced by the new liquid glass design language.
