Overview
- Developers received fresh builds that continue testing Apple Music’s Playlist Playground, native video episodes in Podcasts using HLS, end‑to‑end encrypted RCS messaging, and Stolen Device Protection enabled by default.
- visionOS 26.4 adds foveated streaming support so apps and games can deliver higher detail where the user is looking while compressing peripheral areas.
- tvOS 26.4 removes the legacy iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Shows apps in favor of the Apple TV app and introduces a Continuous Audio Connection option for HDMI output.
- Early tester notes for beta 3 cite fixes and polish, including improved Spotlight search reliability, snappier App Store and Arcade navigation, restored RCS encryption behavior in some cases, and updated modem firmware on recent iPhones.
- Public betas are anticipated soon, and Apple has also signaled incoming iOS, iPadOS, and macOS 26.3.1 maintenance releases for bug fixes and compatibility.