Update February 23: The second beta of iOS 26.4 is out now for developers. It expands the testing environment for RCS encryption to include iPhone-to-Android messages.

With the second iOS 26.4 beta, Apple and Google have started testing end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for RCS messages exchanged between iPhone and Android users. Apple started testing E2EE for RCS in the ...

Apple’s iOS 26.4 beta 2 widens RCS encryption tests, adds Playlist Playground, UI tweaks and new security and accessibility options.

The long-awaited security update for cross-platform messaging is finally here, ensuring your "green bubble" conversations stay private and secure.

Explore iOS 26.4’s groundbreaking features, from AI playlists to enhanced security, making your Apple device more secure and ...

Separately, a report from MacRumors indicated that iOS 26.4 is expected to enable Stolen Device Protection by default for all iPhone users. The feature requires Face ID or Touch ID authentication for ...

Discover iOS 26.4’s exciting features, from enhanced customization to advanced privacy tools, making your Apple devices ...