iOS 26.5 arrives soon. Here are the new features to know.

Two new features are coming to Apple Maps with the release of iOS 26.5 — that is, if you consider the introduction of ads on the platform a

iOS 26.5 to Introduce Encrypted RCS, Maps Changes, and New EU Features

Apple’s iOS 26.5 release candidate points to RCS encryption, Maps ad changes, EU device support, and App Store subscription updates.

What's new in iOS 26.5? Encrypted iPhone-Android texts, new emojis

Apple’s iOS 26.5 update adds encrypted texting, eight emojis, accessibility updates and fresh Apple Music features for iPhone users. See what's new.

iOS 26.5 new features: From encrypted chats, smarter maps to new pride wallpaper, here's everything Apple released in the latest update

Apple has officially released iOS 26.5 for iPhone users, introducing end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging support in beta, a new dynamic Pride wallpaper, and smarter Apple Maps recommendations. The update also includes several behind-the-scenes improvements ahead of Apples expected iOS 27 reveal at WWDC 2026 next month.

Apple rolls out iOS 26.5 new features to try

Apple has released the iOS 26.5 update for iPhone users with features including encrypted RCS messaging, Apple Maps suggestions, new App Store subscriptions, easier accessory pairing, and improved Android transfer tools.

iOS 26.5.1 is out now, and iPhone 17 users should install it ASAP

The most recent iOS update left some iPhone users in the dark, but this Apple fix patches a major system headache. Here is why you shouldn't wait to update.