Recently, it looked like a minor iPhone update was coming, but then it vanished without trace. Now, it’s just gone live.

Apple today seeded the third betas of upcoming iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 updates to developers for testing purposes, with the software coming a week after the release of the second betas. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting the Software Update option.

OS 26.3 is here early! Discover bug fixes, performance upgrades, and how it supports Apple Creator Studio. Update your device now!

Apple's upcoming iOS 26.3 update will introduce a setting that limits how precisely carriers can determin your location.

The update demonstrates Apple’s continued support for legacy devices, ensuring essential communication services remain functional on older hardware through 2027.

Seamless data transfer, RCS encryption, better battery life, and more. Learn what’s new for iPhone users in this update.

Apple has released iOS 12.5.8 and iPadOS 12.5.8 for a limited set of older devices, extending the security certificate required for iMessage, FaceTime, and device activation beyond027.

While iOS 26.3 is shaping up to be a modest update, iOS 26.4 is expected to make a significantly larger impact on the iPhone operating system roadmap.