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Apple releases iOS 26.3 with Android transfer and privacy features
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Apple has released iOS 26.3 alongside updates for iPadOS, macOS Tahoe, watchOS, and other platforms on February 11, 2026. The update includes tools to ease switching to Android devices and forward notifications to third-party accessories, primarily benefiting users of non-Apple products. It also adds support for end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging and a privacy toggle to limit precise location sharing.
Apple rolled out version 26.4 updates for iOS, iPadOS, macOS Tahoe, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS and HomePod software on March 24. The releases emphasize security fixes alongside new features like AI-generated playlists and charging limits for MacBooks. Older devices also received targeted security updates.
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A WIRED article recommends changing the default keyboard on Android and iOS devices to improve the smartphone experience. The keyboard appears frequently for entering text, numbers, GIFs, emoji, and voice dictation. It is described as an essential part of smartphone use.
The Skip tool, which enables Swift code to run natively on iOS and Android, has ditched its subscription model and released its core engine as open source. This move in version 1.7 removes paywalls and makes the technology freely available to developers. The change shifts funding to community support via GitHub Sponsors.
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Apple has introduced a new setting in iOS 26.1 that lets users adjust the transparency of Liquid Glass elements on their iPhones. Released in November, this feature addresses readability concerns raised by some users. It builds on the visual overhaul debuted with iOS 26 last September.
Apple began rolling out iOS 26.2 on December 12, 2025, patching two zero-day WebKit vulnerabilities actively exploited in sophisticated targeted attacks, plus over two dozen other bugs. The update adds UI improvements like expanded Liquid Glass customization and app features for Apple Music, Podcasts, and more. Companion updates for iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS focus on convenience and security. At least half of iPhone owners have yet to update to iOS 26 or later, risking exposure.
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Google has begun rolling out its Gemini AI tool to the Chrome browser on iPhones and iPads in the US, allowing users to access AI features directly within the app. This update eliminates the need to switch to the Google app for AI assistance. The integration follows a similar rollout to desktop users in September.
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