Recently, it looked like a minor iPhone update was coming, but then it vanished without trace. Now, it’s just gone live.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. The iOS 26 public beta launched July 26, compatible with iPhone 11 and newer, plus SE 2nd/3rd gen. iPhone XS, XR, and older models ...

Apple's website offers a list of nearly 200 new features and changes (PDF file) included in the software update, released last month. Apple also shared equivalent lists for iPadOS 26 and macOS Tahoe.

Whenever Apple rolls out a major new version of iOS, iPhone owners hurry to check whether their handset (particularly if it’s an older model) will be able to run the update and benefit from its new ...