iOS 26.4 beta 2: Everything new, how to try it now

Source: Mashable Tech

RCS encryption with Android devices

Apple has added encryption for RCS messaging between iPhone and Android devices, which is a big development for security‑minded users.

Wrote Apple in its release notes:

“In this beta, RCS end‑to‑end encryption will become available for testing between Apple and Android devices. This feature is not shipping in this release and will be available to customers in future iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS 26 releases. End‑to‑end encryption is in beta and is not available for all devices or carriers. Conversations labeled as encrypted are encrypted end‑to‑end, so messages can’t be read while they’re sent between devices.”

Reduce highlighting effects

As Apple‑focused site 9to5Mac spotted, the new beta adds a feature where users can reduce the highlighting effect on the edges of buttons and sliders. This is an accessibility feature.

Home screen editing

The edit menu for the Home Screen — where you can add a widget, customize your wallpaper, and do other tasks — uses even more transparent Liquid Glass, MacRumors spotted.

How to try the new iOS 26.4 beta 2

If you’re subscribed to the Apple Beta Software Program, you can find the new beta in Settings > General > Software Updates. As per usual, back up your device before switching to a beta OS. You can also read the full release notes at the Apple Developer portal.

Apple has an event scheduled for March 4, and announcements related to iOS and new devices are expected. See the details on Mashable.