Apple has issued new beta updates for iOS 26.6.1 and iPadOS 26.6.1. These builds are now accessible to developers and public beta participants. This release follows the debut of iOS 26.6, which introduced optimizations for the system Spotlight search feature.
The company indicates these specific updates focus on security improvements for both iPhone and iPad devices. These versions are currently limited to the beta phase of testing.
Development work on the iOS 26 series is drawing to a close as the release of iOS 27 nears. The major fall update is expected to arrive within the next month, and it is currently available in various stages of testing for developers and public beta users. Users can install these current beta updates by navigating to Settings, selecting General, and choosing Software Update on compatible hardware.