iOS 9 November 2025 - 23 December 2025

iOS 27 leak hints Apple will keep WWDC 2026 “muted” — betting on bug fixes and a chatbot Siri
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iOS 27 leak hints Apple will keep WWDC 2026 “muted” — betting on bug fixes and a chatbot Siri

Apple’s iOS 27 will focus on bug fixes, performance improvements, and minor design tweaks, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported Sunday. A more personalized Siri with a chatbot interface is expected as the main upgrade. Gurman said the first iOS 26.4 developer beta, including parts of the new Siri, is due the week of Feb. 23. Apple has not announced WWDC 2026 dates.
February 9, 2026
iOS 26.3 Public Beta 1 Arrives With iPhone to Android Transfers and EU Notification Forwarding — Dec 18 2025
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iOS 26.3 Public Beta 1 Arrives With iPhone to Android Transfers and EU Notification Forwarding — Dec 18 2025

Apple released the iOS 26.3 public beta, introducing a built-in “Transfer to Android” tool for easier data migration between iPhone and Android devices. The update also adds EU-only notification forwarding to third-party wearables and new Weather wallpapers. Most changes target iPhone users. The beta is available for public testers as of this week.
December 18, 2025
iOS 26.2 RC Released: AirDrop Codes, Reminders Alarms, Liquid Glass Tweaks and More Coming to iPhone
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iOS 26.2 RC Released: AirDrop Codes, Reminders Alarms, Liquid Glass Tweaks and More Coming to iPhone

Apple released iOS 26.2 Release Candidate to developers and public beta testers on December 3, signaling a public launch within days. The update includes one-time AirDrop sharing codes, new Reminders alarms, a refined Liquid Glass lock screen, and expanded AirPods Live Translation in the EU. RC builds for iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS were also issued.
December 4, 2025
Apple Now Recommends iOS 26.1 for iOS 18 iPhone Users as iOS 26.2 Unlocks New Customization Features
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Apple Now Recommends iOS 26.1 for iOS 18 iPhone Users as iOS 26.2 Unlocks New Customization Features

Apple has made iOS 26.1 the default recommended update for iPhones still running iOS 18, moving iOS 18.7.2 to a secondary option in the Software Update menu. The change comes as Apple prepares to launch iOS 26.2, which will expand Lock Screen customization and add new alert features. Users must still manually approve the upgrade. Security-only updates for iOS 18 are expected to end once iOS 26 adoption increases.
December 3, 2025
iOS 26.2 Release Date, New Features and iOS 26.1 Highlights: The Ultimate iPhone Update Guide for December 1, 2025
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iOS 26.2 Release Date, New Features and iOS 26.1 Highlights: The Ultimate iPhone Update Guide for December 1, 2025

Apple’s iOS 26.2 is in late beta as of December 1, 2025, with a public release expected between December 8 and 16, according to multiple sources. The Release Candidate build could arrive as early as December 1–2. Apple’s developer site confirms testing is nearly complete. iOS 26.2 will follow iOS 26.1, which launched in early November.
December 1, 2025
iOS 26.2 Lets iPhone Users in Japan Replace Siri With Gemini – Release Date, New Features, and What It Means for iPhone Owners Today (27 November 2025)
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iOS 26.2 Lets iPhone Users in Japan Replace Siri With Gemini – Release Date, New Features, and What It Means for iPhone Owners Today (27 November 2025)

Apple’s iOS 26.2 update, expected in December 2025, will let iPhone users in Japan replace Siri with third-party assistants like Google Gemini or Amazon Alexa. The feature requires a Japan-based Apple ID, location in Japan, and compatible apps. The update also brings new AirDrop codes, Urgent Reminders alarms, and other app upgrades. Eligible devices include iPhone 11 and newer, plus SE (2nd gen and later).
November 27, 2025
iOS 26 Today (November 15, 2025): Best iPhone Settings to Change, 12 Hidden Tricks, and What’s New in iOS 26.2
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iOS 26 Today (November 15, 2025): Best iPhone Settings to Change, 12 Hidden Tricks, and What’s New in iOS 26.2

Apple released iOS 26 globally on September 15, 2025, introducing a “Liquid Glass” redesign. The latest stable version, iOS 26.1, launched November 3, focuses on stability. iOS 26.2, now in beta, adds features like a Liquid Glass slider and offline Apple Music lyrics, with public rollout set for December. New settings and hidden features continue to surface as users adjust.
November 15, 2025
iOS 26.1 Adds Adjustable ‘Liquid Glass’ on iPhone; iOS 26.2 Tests Enhanced Safety Alerts, and iPadOS 26 Brings Big iPad Upgrades (Nov 9, 2025)
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iOS 26.1 Adds Adjustable ‘Liquid Glass’ on iPhone; iOS 26.2 Tests Enhanced Safety Alerts, and iPadOS 26 Brings Big iPad Upgrades (Nov 9, 2025)

Apple released iOS 26.1 with a new Liquid Glass control, letting users adjust system transparency for better readability. The iOS 26.2 beta adds Enhanced Safety Alerts for earthquakes and imminent threats, plus a new alert tone. iPadOS 26 introduces a flexible windowing system, an upgraded Dock, and an app menu bar to improve multitasking. Availability of safety features varies by region.
November 9, 2025
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