Update, 5:55 p.m. ET: Apple has published a new Developer Blog post detailing the upcoming feature, which will be limited to users in Japan. iOS 26.2 beta 3 is here, bringing signs of a forthcoming ...

In iOS 26.2 beta 3, Apple is laying the groundwork for a future option that will let iPhone users in Japan choose a different default voice assistant. Right now, a press and hold gesture on the Side ...

iOS 26 adds a new Recovery Assistant feature to all compatible iPhones, and it can help return the device to a working state, with no Mac or PC required. Recovery Assistant was introduced in the first ...

The Recovery Assistant in iOS 26 will help users if their iPhone won't boot properly, which could lead to users not needing a Mac or PC for future fixes. Mentioned in release notes for the second ...

Apple is preparing to demo a rebuilt Siri in late February, ahead of an iOS 26.4 beta next month. The upgrade leans on Gemini ...