May 12, 2026 – iOS 26.5 now available, more

Apple has released iOS 26.5 and macOS 26.5 with a mix of visual, security, and usability updates.

iOS 26.5 adds new wallpapers and RCS end-to-end encryption, improving both customization and messaging privacy.

macOS 26.5 includes a new setting intended to address complaints about the Mac mini power button.

A separate report says visionOS 27 will bring new Vision Pro features, pointing to the next phase of headset upgrades.