What's new in iOS 26.5? Encrypted iPhone-Android texts, new emojis

Apple’s iOS 26.5 update adds encrypted texting, eight emojis, accessibility updates and fresh Apple Music features for iPhone users. See what's new.
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RCS messages between iPhone and Android get end-to-end encryption with iOS 26.5

RCS Messages Between iPhone and Android Get End-to-End Encryption With iOS 26.5

iOS 27: Here are all the compatible iPhone models

Apple announced iOS 27 today at WWDC 2026. The update focuses on upgrades to Siri, new Apple Intelligence features,

Unfortunately For Some, These iPhone Models Won't Be Getting iOS 27

Apple's WWDC 2026 announcements included the upcoming iOS 27. While newer phone owners should be all set, what about those with older models?
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If Your iPhone Battery's Draining Faster After iOS 26.5, Don't Panic

So while your device might experience some additional battery drain at first, it should be a temporary issue after you download iOS 26.2. If you find you're using your iPhone more

iOS 27 adds unique new setting to personalize your iPhone’s Lock Screen

OS 27 adds many new features, including a unique clock setting to personalize your iPhone’s Lock Screen even more.

The Top New Features in Apple’s iOS 27 and iPadOS 27

Apple took the wraps off iOS 27 at its WWDC event, and the iPhone update is chock-full of smart upgrades, with a big focus on improvements to Siri.

Your old iPhone can run iOS 27, just don’t expect the cool features

OS 27 supports phones as old as the iPhone 11, but most of the exciting Apple Intelligence features are locked to Apple's newest, priciest devices.