Apple Releases iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 With End-to-End Encrypted RCS, New Wallpaper, and Maps Updates

Apple today released iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5, the newest updates to the iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 operating systems. The software comes nearly two months after Apple released iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4. The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPhones and iPads over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.

Want More Secure Text Messages? Update Your iPhone to iOS 26.5 Now

The changes in Apple’s iOS 26.5 include end-to-end encryption for messages sent between iPhones and Android devices.

iOS 26.5 Updates RCS Messaging, Apple Maps, and iPhone Wallpapers

Apple’s iOS 26.5 update adds encrypted RCS, new wallpapers, Maps suggestions, and security updates for older devices.

Apple Drops iOS 26.5 Update: RCS Encryption, 'Magic' Pairing, New App Store Payment Plans and More Features

Apple's iOS 26.5 introduces new security features, subscription options and Maps enhancements, marking a significant update in the iPhone's software evolution.

Apple Seeds Second iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 Release Candidates to Developers

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 just released new updates for old versions of iOS, iPadOS, and macOS

Alongside its 26.5 software updates, Apple shipped new updates for older versions of iOS, iPadOS, and macOS too, including iOS 18.7.9.
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Apple releases public preview of iOS 26, its biggest iPhone software redesign since 2013

Apple released the public beta preview version of its next iPhone operating system, called iOS 26. This software release means that members of the public with recent iPhones can preview how the device's interface will change in the fall when the software ...
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Apple Software Leak: iOS 28 Leaks Reveal Upcoming Features and Hardware Innovations

Apple software leak indicates iOS 28 is set for a fall 2028 release, introducing Liquid Retina OS to unify iPhone, iPad, and Mac interfaces. Dynamic theming adapts system-wide visuals, allowing apps to respond to time of day, device orientation, and user ...