Apple Releases iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5 RC 2 Builds
Apple has seeded the second release candidate builds of iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5, one week after the fourth betas.
May 9, 2026
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Source: appleinsider.com
Apple has seeded a second round of release candidate (RC) builds of iOS 26.5 and iPadOS 26.5, bringing the updates a step closer to public release. The RC 2 builds arrived one week after the fourth betas, according to reports.
The new builds include a smaller round of fixes and feature additions, though specific details have not been confirmed by Apple. The updates are expected to be released to the public soon, pending final testing.
Apple typically releases RC builds to developers and public beta testers before the final version. The timeline for the public release remains unannounced.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is a release candidate build?
A release candidate (RC) build is a version of software that is nearly final and is given to developers and testers for last-minute checks before public release.
When will iOS 26.5 be released to the public?
The exact release date has not been announced, but RC builds typically precede the public release by a few days to a week.
What new features are in iOS 26.5?
Specific features have not been confirmed by Apple, but the update includes fixes and minor additions compared to previous betas.
