Apple Releases iOS 26.5: New Update Adds Long-Awaited Encrypted RCS Messaging For iPhone

The latest iOS 26.5 update is now available, arriving on schedule despite a recent second release candidate. This update ...

iOS 26.5—Update Now Warning Issued To All iPhone Users

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 ...
OS X Daily

iOS 26.5 Update Released for iPhone & iPad with RCS Messaging, New Pride Wallpaper, Security Fixes

Apple has released iOS 26.5 for iPhone, along with ipadOS 26.5 for iPad. The new software updates include bug fixes, security ...

The Green Bubble War is Over: Why iOS 26.5 is the Ultimate Privacy Win for Everyone

OS 26.5 finally brings E2EE to RCS messaging. The new 'Lock Icon' is in a green bubble, and learn how to secure your texts ...
Redmond Pie

Download: iOS 26.5 Final IPSW Links, OTA Update Released

Apple has today released for download iOS 26.5 final version, with both IPSW links and OTA update available. That means that ...

Don’t Tap Install Yet: 5 Things to Check Before iOS 26.5 Drops Next Week

Apple's iOS 26.5 arrives next week. From the 15GB storage requirement, here is how to prep your iPhone for the update.
USA Today

Like it or not, iOS 26 is here. What to know about the iPhone update.

If your iPhone finally updated to the newest iOS and you aren't really loving it, you're not alone. Since September, iPhone users have had the chance to update their phones to iOS 26, Apple's software ...