Apple releases first iOS 26.4 public beta with these changes

Source: 9to5Mac

Apple has released the first iOS 26.4 public beta version for iPhone. iOS 26.4 includes a number of exciting new features and changes, including AI‑powered Apple Music updates.

Changes in iOS 26.4

• Redesigned Apple Music album and playlist views
• AI‑powered “Playlist Playground” Apple Music feature
• Per‑device Personal Hotspot data usage reports
• And much more

Apple is also testing:

• End‑to‑end encrypted RCS messaging
• Enhanced video podcast experience

iOS 26.4 enables Stolen Device Detection by default and sees progress on iOS 26’s CarPlay video support.

Learn more about Apple’s public beta program here.