Apple’s iOS 26.2 Beta 1 introduces a new feature that allows users to create alarms directly from the Reminders app, removing the need to switch between apps when setting time-based alerts.
The update targets iPhone users who rely on Reminders to manage daily tasks but still depend on the Clock app for alarms. With the new integration, reminders can now be instantly converted into alarms, making task scheduling more seamless across Apple’s ecosystem.
The change effectively reduces friction in workflows where users previously had to duplicate entries or manually recreate reminders as alarms. It also brings reminders closer to time-critical alert behavior, especially for users who treat tasks as strict deadlines rather than simple to-do items.
Early reactions from users highlight strong interest in the feature.
“I’ve so dearly missed this. So glad to finally see this.”
said @sumitsaurabh927
“Can finally stop setting alarms as reminders haha”
wrote @Wheat_Hero
“Alarms for reminders is going to be big for my use case. Otherwise, the iPadOS update is the big one for me.”
said u/XanderXedo
The feature is currently in beta, and Apple has not yet detailed whether it will roll out broadly in the final iOS 26.2 release.
