Apple Begins Testing End-to-End Encryption for RCS Messages in iOS 26.4 Beta

Apple is testing secure messaging between Android and iOS devices with iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, and macOS Tahoe 26.4. The ...

Apple Confirms iOS 26.4: Why Your iPhone Is About To Get Much Harder To Steal

Apple has confirmed that iOS 26.4 will introduce a critical shift in iPhone security by enabling Stolen Device Protection by ...

iOS 26.4 beta 1 is now here — including encrypted RCS, better security, video podcasting and more

iOS 26.4 beta 1 just landed for developers, and there are a bunch of useful features to try out.
Macworld

iOS 26.3 is here with a focus on switchers and stalking—check out what’s new

Apple’s latest iOS update has a few new interesting features, but all eyes are on iOS 26.4 with the new Siri just around the corner.

New in iOS 26.4 beta 1: Videos in Podcasts, Playlist Playground, RCS, more

The first developer beta of iOS 26.4 is here, offering a new video experience for Apple Podcasts, support for testing end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging, and much more.
Cult of Mac

iOS 26.3 brings these 2 changes to your iPhone

Apple’s iOS 26.3 update is light on features but brings three important improvements that quietly make your iPhone better.

Millions Of iPhone Users See Widespread Changes In New iOS 26.3 Update

The first major iPhone update of 2026 has arrived, and iOS 26.3 introduces changes that are unprecedented for Apple. For the ...

iOS 26.3 adds a tool to transfer photos, messages, and apps to Android devices

OS 26.3 rolls out with Android transfer tools, enhanced privacy settings, and refreshed wallpapers for iPhone users. Full details here.

9to5Mac Daily: February 17, 2026 – iOS 26.4 beta now available, what’s new?

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s ...