Apple has released version 26.6 of its operating systems for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch and Apple TV. The update focuses on security fixes, bug repairs and groundwork for iOS 27 and macOS 27 expected this fall, rather than major new features. Apple said it is optimising the Spotlight index to prepare for iOS 27. The release also adds an alert when blocked contacts hit the limit and includes extensive security updates, including more than 150 items for macOS 26.6.

Apple released the second developer beta of iOS 27, highlighting a redesigned Siri AI built on next-generation Apple Intelligence and its own foundation models. The update focuses on feature improvements and bug fixes ahead of an autumn launch, with a public beta due in July. Siri is designed to better understand personal context, recognise on-screen information and support more natural conversations. Some advanced AI features require newer hardware.