Apple releases iOS 26.4 beta 4 for iPhone with upcoming features

Source: 9to5Mac

iOS 26.4 beta 4 now available

iOS 26.4 beta 4 is now available, following two releases of the third developer beta. The update brings a host of new features and changes, including AI‑powered enhancements to Apple Music.

New features and changes

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

Additional testing and improvements

• Apple is testing end‑to‑end encrypted RCS messaging
  (details)
• An enhanced video podcast experience in the Podcasts app
  (details)
• Stolen Device Detection is enabled by default
  (info)
• Ongoing progress on CarPlay video support for iOS 26
  (info)

Stay tuned as we continue to update our devices and explore iOS 26.4 beta 4 for further changes.