IOS 26.5 beta 1 sets the stage for ads in Apple Maps

Apple has released the first beta build of iOS 26.5. The update lays the groundwork for ads in Apple Maps and introduces ...

Apple Lays Groundwork for Ads in Maps With iOS 26.5

Apple is planning to introduce ads to the Apple Maps app in the near future, and the iOS 26.5 beta lays the groundwork for ...

iOS 26.5 Public Beta Is Out, And It Quietly Changes How Apple Maps Works

OS 26.5 Beta 1 is here! What’s new?! pic.twitter.com/nSrkxNnSUj — Andrew Clare (@andrewjclare) March 30, 2026 The iOS 26.5 public beta introduces several upgrades to Apple Maps, including a new ...

iOS 26.5 beta includes RCS encryption and hints at future Apple Maps ads

Adverts and encryption ...

iOS 26.5 Includes One Very Annoying New iPhone Change

Apple is currently testing iOS 26.5. While the update is small, it introduces some notable changes—including ads in Apple ...
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iOS 26 Made One Of Apple Maps' Best Features Even Better

As with every other iOS update, the latest iOS 26 release brought with it several new features that users can check out after updating, since not all of them are enabled by default. After reviewing ...