Early in December, Apple released two iPhone software updates But in the end, only one appeared. Many were left confused.

Apple’s next iPhone software update, unless there’s a small release to squish some bugs in the interim, will be iOS 26.3.

Apple makes downgrading to iOS 18.7.3 no longer an option - iOS 26.2 is the only update available for most iPhones compatible with the new iOS.

Apple’s first iPhone update of the new year isn’t far off: here’s the expected iOS 26.3 release date for all users.

OS 26.2 is now available with these new features 🚨 pic.twitter.com/5ko9IYDBNa — Apple Hub (@theapplehub) December 12, 2025 ...

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Like other major Apple updates, the next will contain some notable new features — but will you be able to get them?

Have you upgraded your iPhone to iOS 26 yet? Here's what to know about Apple's new system update, and why it'll be very soon in New Jersey.

Apple has quietly started testing iOS 26.3, the next software update for users, with a public expected toward the end of January.

Here are three new iOS 26 features I’ve been especially loving on my iPhone after nearly six months using the software.

The update also brings changes to Apple Podcasts and Apple Music apps, and it gives you the ability to adjust more aspects of your iPhone's Liquid Glass design. Apple introduced Liquid Glass in ...