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Apple Releases iOS 26.2 With Design Tweaks, App Upgrades and Critical Security Fixes

Apple urges iPhone users to update after patching two WebKit flaws known to be exploited, as the release lands alongside major updates for iPad, Mac, Watch, TV and Vision devices.

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Overview

  • The update refines the Liquid Glass look with a Lock Screen clock opacity slider and smoother animations, and brings Freeform tables, Apple News quick links, and new Games library filters.
  • Apple Music now supports offline lyrics and Apple Podcasts adds AI‑generated chapters plus links to mentioned shows, while Reminders can trigger full‑screen alarms with snooze and Live Activity support.
  • Apple says iOS 26.2 fixes over 20 vulnerabilities, including two actively exploited WebKit issues that could enable code execution, and recommends installing the update promptly.
  • Feature rollouts include AirDrop verification codes for sharing with non‑contacts, a screen‑flash option for alerts, revised Sleep Score categories, Enhanced Safety Alerts in the U.S., and AirPods Live Translation across the EU.
  • Apple also released iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS and HomePod 26.2, and separate reporting indicates an iOS 18.7.3 maintenance build is in testing as a possible final option for those staying on iOS 18.