iOS 26.5—Apple Just Gave iPhone Users 60 Reasons To Update Now

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.
Macworld

iOS 26.5 may be small, but it hides some incredible new features

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.
CNET

Before iOS 27, Here's Everything You Need to Know About iOS 26

End Encrypted RCS Messaging to Your iPhone With iOS 26.5; What You Should Know About iOS 26.4.1; iOS 26.4 Brings New Emoji, Video Podcasts
Geeky Gadgets

A Complete Guide to Apple CarPlay in iOS 26

Apple’s iOS 26 introduces a range of impactful updates to Apple CarPlay, designed to elevate your in-car experience through improved functionality, enhanced safety, and a refined user interface. This release focuses on creating a seamless connection ...

iOS 26.4.2: Apple Emergency iPhone Update Fixes Deleted Notification Bug

Apple has released a new iPhone update — that has taken many by surprise — to address a vulnerability that was recently exploited by the FBI.
MacRumors

Apple Pushes iPhone Users Still on iOS 18 to Upgrade to iOS 26

Apple is encouraging iPhone users who are still running iOS 18 to upgrade to iOS 26 by making the ‌iOS 26‌ software upgrade option more prominent. Since ‌iOS 26‌ launched in September, it has been displayed as an optional upgrade at the bottom of ...
Ars Technica

Apple patches ancient iOS versions to keep iMessage, FaceTime, other services working

When Apple stops supporting older iPhones and iPads with the latest version of iOS or iPadOS, it usually isn’t the end of the line—Apple keeps releasing new security-only patches for those devices for another year or two, keeping them usable while ...