iOS 26.4 puts your iPhone in anti-theft mode by default

OS 26.4 enables Stolen Device Protection by default, adding biometric verification and security delays to critical iPhone settings, alongside encrypted RCS and Podcasts video support.

First iOS 26.4, macOS Tahoe developer betas surface as new Siri waits in the wings

Apple has started a brand new generation of developer betas, with iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, visionOS 26 ...
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iOS 26.4 enables Stolen Device Protection by default

Apple’s iOS 26.4 enables iOS stolen device protection by default for all iPhone users adding stronger biometric checks and ...
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Apple Tests End-to-End Encrypted RCS Messaging in iOS 26.4 Developer Beta

Apple introduces end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging, enhanced memory protections, and default Stolen Device Protection in iOS 26.4 developer beta.

RCS encryption surfaces in iOS 26.4 developer beta, but testing is extremely limited

Apple has taken a small step toward securing cross-platform messaging, with early RCS encryption support now appearing in the ...

Millions Of iPhone Users See Widespread Changes In New iOS 26.3 Update

The first major iPhone update of 2026 has arrived, and iOS 26.3 introduces changes that are unprecedented for Apple. For the ...