Apple has set the release date of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 for September 15, 2025. Ahead of the rollout, the company has made the release candidate (RC) builds

The release of iOS 26 is just around the corner, promising exciting features and a refreshed interface. To ensure a seamless transition, it’s essential to prepare your iPhone ahead of time. This article will outline ten critical steps to protect your data, optimize your device, and avoid potential issues during the update process.

In a surprise move, Apple today has released iOS 26 beta 9 OTA profile update and IPSW links for iPhone users. This release comes a week after beta 8 and it's likely to be the last beta seed before RC version.