Apple released iOS 26.4 on Tuesday, bringing a wide range of new features, quality-of-life improvements, and numerous security patches. The release touches nearly every corner of the operating system — from the Music and Podcasts apps to the kernel — and includes changes that will be noticeable to casual users and security-conscious ones alike.

Macworld highlights that iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 contain nearly 40 critical security and privacy fixes addressing vulnerabilities from app data leaks to Keychain access issues. The updates include four kernel patches and major WebKit security fixes,

OS 26.4 is shaping up to be a fan-favorite. From AI-generated playlists in Apple Music to long-awaited keyboard fixes, coming soon.

As a new hacking exploit kit affecting millions of iPhones becomes public, the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency issues a 21-day iOS update warning.

Apple rolls out iOS 26.4 with Apple Intelligence upgrades, new Apple Music features, accessibility improvements, fresh emojis and other refinements. Check eligible iPhones and update steps

All iPhone users running iOS 13 or iOS 14 need to update now. Apple has confirmed routine browsing can trigger attacks on outdated iOS versions.