Apple has started rolling out updated builds for the third betas of iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 to developers. These updates come just three days after the release of the previous build of Beta 3. Alongside the developer beta, Apple has also released the Public beta for these versions, featuring the same build number.
The build number for the previous Beta 3 version of iOS and iPadOS 26.4 was 23E5223f, while the new one is 23E5223k. Usually, as we progress through the beta cycle, the letter at the end of a build number is in descending order. However, this re-release of Beta 3 indicates that we might have a few more beta versions before the final launch.
iOS 26.4 and iPadOS 26.4 bring in several new features and changes, including End-to-End Encrypted RCS Messaging between iPhone and Android, Playlist Playground on Apple Music, and more.
We can expect the following betas to be released next week. Initially, these versions, especially iOS 26.4, iPadOS 26.4, and macOS Tahoe 26.4, were expected to launch with the new revamped Siri with deeper app controls, and more. However, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported earlier that the revamp is facing delays again after internal testing, with key features now expected to slip to iOS 26.5 or even iOS 27.
Users who are registered as a developer on www.developer.apple.com can opt in to receive beta updates by going into Settings>General>Software Update>Beta Updates and selecting Developer Beta.
Do note that these versions are not stable and are meant for testing purposes. How excited are you about these upcoming software updates with useful new features? Let us know down in the comments or write to us on @appleosophy! Be sure to download the Appleosophy App from the App Store or visit our website to stay updated with the latest Apple news!
