Apple has rolled out iOS 26.5, potentially the last major update before iOS 27's preview at WWDC. This crucial release brings end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging for iPhone-Android communication, a feature currently in beta and dependent on carrier support.

One of the most notable additions in iOS 26.5 is support for end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging in the Messages app. While it’s still technically labeled as a beta feature and limited to supported carriers, it’s the first step toward iPhone users being able to chat securely with their Android friends.

OS 26.5 has more new features and changes for iPhone users. Here's everything we know so far about the update for iPhone.

Apple dropped the iOS 26.5 update on Monday, with a number of notable additions. The new update, which came out two months after iOS 26.4, introduced changes to messaging, as well as Apple Maps and various wallpaper options.

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