Apple updated iOS, macOS, iPadOS, and watchOS to version 26.3: updates focus on security

Apple released update 26.3 for all major platforms — iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. The updates do not include new features for a wide range of users, but many security-related aspects have been changed.

What is known

According to 9to5Mac, iOS 26.3 and iPadOS 26.3 had over 35 vulnerabilities addressed. A feature for transferring data from an iPhone to an Android device also appeared. It allows transferring photos, notes, messages, applications, and other data, but does not include health information, secure notes, and individual images.

Additionally, a new option appeared for users in the European Union — redirecting notifications from an iPhone or iPad to other devices.

macOS Tahoe 26.3 and watchOS 26.3 updates contain only bug fixes and security improvements. According to unofficial information, Apple plans to introduce more significant changes in version 26.4.

Source: Apple