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 ...

Apple releases iOS 26.5 RC 2 ahead of public launch

Apple has released a new RC (release candidate) build for iOS and iPadOS 26.5 today, available now for developers and public ...

iOS 26.5 Will Change Apple Maps in Two Ways

The upcoming iOS 26.5 update for iPhones will include two changes to the Apple Maps app: local ads and a new "Suggested Places" section. Last month, Apple announced that ads are coming to the Apple ...

iOS 26.5 RC is Here: Apple Finally Adds End-to-End Encryption for RCS Messaging

OS 26.5 RC adds end to end encryption for RCS messaging with the beta feature, tightening chat security for supported threads ...
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iOS 26 Brings Google Maps-Style Location Tracking to Apple Maps

Your iPhone can log all the restaurants, shops, etc., you visit. This opt-in feature also offers some customization power. Apple Maps users, trip planning, or entertaining out-of-town visitors could ...
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7 iOS Maps features I use to get the most out of Apple’s navigation app

I know the world is filled with fans of Google Maps and Waze, but when I need to find out where I'm going, I turn to Apple Maps on my iPhone. I think Apple's made great strides in recent years to ...
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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 ...