Apple has rolled out version 26.3 of its operating systems across multiple devices, covering the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. Users can expect to see notifications prompting the installation on their compatible hardware soon.
This release qualifies as a modest patch, emphasizing corrections for glitches and vulnerabilities rather than introducing flashy features. Notably, the versions for iOS and iPadOS tackle a substantial number of security concerns, resolving 37 distinct problems as detailed in coverage from 9to5Mac.
Among the additions in iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 is a feature aiding the switch from Apple products to Android devices. This utility moves over elements like photos, notes, messages, applications, and additional content to the new phone, though it skips health information, secured notes, and certain photos. Additionally, there's now a setting to relay alerts from an iPhone or iPad to a different gadget, available exclusively to those in the European Union.
For macOS Tahoe 26.3, the changes consist solely of resolving errors and bolstering security measures. The watchOS 26.3 update follows a similar pattern, limited to such maintenance efforts.
The restrained scope of this rollout stems from speculation that Apple is holding back significant enhancements for the subsequent version. Reports from sources close to the company indicate that update 26.4 may bring an overhaul to Siri along with fresh emoji options.