One of the most notable additions in iOS 26.5 is support for end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging in the Messages app. While it’s still technically labeled as a beta feature and limited to supported carriers, it’s the first step toward iPhone users being able to chat securely with their Android friends.

Apple has released iOS 26.5, fixing a hefty list of over 60 security flaws, many of which are serious. Here's what you need to know.

Ensure your iPhone runs smoothly on iOS 26.5 with these essential post-update steps, including Bluetooth fixes and app updates.

Apple today seeded new release candidate versions of upcoming iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming five days after the first RC. It's not clear what's changed in the second RC,

Apple has today released for download iOS 26.5 final version, with both IPSW links and OTA update available. That means that the iPhone software is now available to everyone globally, ready to be installed.

If you were part of Apple’s beta testing program, it is essential to confirm that your device is running the final, stable version of iOS 26.5. This ensures you will receive future updates, including minor patches and security fixes,

Macworld The 26.4 updates brought with them a number of improvements across the various operating systems and Apple’s included apps. But they didn’t bring the expected, long overdue improvements to Siri: A new foundation model,

Apple has released the first public beta for iOS 26.5, just a few days after the beta for developers came out. One of the biggest changes the new operating system brings is the "Suggested Places" feature in Apple Maps. It will show you trending places to ...