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Apple has released the release candidate for iOS 26.5, introducing end-to-end encryption for RCS messages between iPhones and Android devices. The feature appears in the Messages app as a beta option with supported carriers. The update is expected to reach the public soon.

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Apple's upcoming iOS 27 is set to introduce a feature allowing users to create custom passes for the Apple Wallet app. This will enable tickets and passes from unsupported platforms to appear in the app via scannable QR codes. The update draws inspiration from a similar capability in Google's Wallet app.

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.

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Apple has released iOS 26.3.1 (a), described as its first Background Security Improvement, to address a WebKit issue on iPhones. The update targets the engine powering Safari and third-party browsers. Apple urges all users to install it.

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.

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Apple has released quiet updates for iPhones over a decade old, focusing on certificate renewal to keep iMessage operational. Newer models have not received this patch, raising questions about selective support. The changes aim to preserve core iOS services on older devices.