iOS 26.4 beta lands without Siri overhaul, update pushed to 26.5
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iOS 26.4 beta has launched without the anticipated revamp to Siri, with Macworld noting the update focuses on several other improvements: RCS end-to-end encryption for Android messages, an upgraded video podcast experience via HLS, default Stolen Device Protection, Freeform Creator Studio enhancements, and AI-generated Apple Music playlists. The revamped Siri is expected to arrive in iOS 26.5, as Apple continues polishing it, with a final release anticipated in late March or April for public users.
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