iOS 26 RC Now Available Ahead of Next Week’s Launch

iOS 26 RC now available ahead of next week’s launch

Apple has just released the iOS 26 RC (release candidate), which is expected to be the final shipping version of the new iPhone software.

iOS 26: What to know about the free iPhone software update ahead of the Apple event today

Here's how you can access the new beta OS for iPhone and iPad, and when you can expect the final release.

Apple Seeds iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 Release Candidates

Apple today provided developers and public beta testers with the release candidate versions of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 for testing purposes, with the...

Apple Announces iOS 26 and watchOS 26 Release Date for All Eligible Devices

Apple’s “Awe Dropping” event on Tuesday highlighted new hardware launches, with the iPhone 17 series, Apple Watch Series 11, and AirPods Pro 3 taking centre stage. The company also confirmed release dates for iOS 26 and watchOS 26, which will power the new devices and introduce updated features, performance improvements, and a design overhaul.

Here Are the Full iOS 26 Release Notes

Apple today provided developers and public beta testers with the iOS 26 Release Candidate, and the update represents the final version of ‌iOS 26‌ that will be provided to the public if no additional bugs are found that need fixing. Release Candidates include release notes, so we have Apple's full ‌iOS 26‌ release notes for the first time. There's nothing we didn't know about, but it's useful to see all of the features listed in one place. Desig…

Apple releases iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 RC ahead of launch

Apple has seeded the Release Candidate (RC) versions of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 to developers and public beta testers. This is the final step in the beta cycle before the updates are officially rolled out to all users on... Read more at Apple seeds iOS 26 RC ahead of September 15 launch