iOS 802: What's New in iOS 26.5 - Pride Luminance, CarPlay AI Chatbots, & More!

iOS 26.5 raises the bar with end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging and bakes in a slew of security upgrades that could change how you think about your texts and device safety. Find out what's improved on your iPhone!

• iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 security fixes and privacy updates
• End-to-end encrypted RCS messaging finally arrives on iOS
• New customizable Pride Lumina wallpapers debut for Pride Month
• Reminders app snooze options now display specific times
• Apple Maps adds suggested places based on popularity and search history
• New annual subscription option with monthly payments for apps
• Chatbot voice assistant support comes to CarPlay with tighter safeguards
• Magic Keyboard, Mouse, and Trackpad get plug-and-pair feature on iPadOS
• EU users get expanded third-party wearable features, AirPods-style pairing
• Few major changes expected as Apple shifts focus to WWDC and Siri upgrade
• News: Apple Developer app adds WWDC stickers — Clarus the dogcow walks
• App Caps: Anker's clamp-on power hub and Dog Vision camera app picks

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