iOS 26.4 beta 1 is now available in beta for developers. The update includes a ton of new features and changes for iPhone users. There are new changes to the Music app, Messages, Apple Podcasts, and much more. Head below for the full roundup of all the new features in iOS 26.4 beta 1.
iOS 26.4 beta details
iOS 26.4 is available now for developer beta testers. The build number for the update is 23E5207q. Developers can update by going to the Settings app, choosing General, then choosing Software Update. A public beta will likely be released sometime within the next several weeks.
What’s new in iOS 26.4 beta 1?
Messages
Apple has added support for testing encrypted RCS messaging with iOS 26.4 beta 1. Right now, this is only supported on iPhone-to-iPhone communication for RCS testing purposes.
Read more: iOS 26.4 beta adds support for testing end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging
Apple Podcasts
iOS 26.4 upgrades the Apple Podcasts app with new “advanced video podcast capabilities.” This refresh makes it easier to switch between viewing a video podcast and listening to the audio podcast. The features are based on Apple’s HLS technology, which allows it to power automatic quality adjustment based on network conditions.
Apple is also adding support for dynamic video ads in Apple Podcasts with iOS 26.4.
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