iOS 26.5 - The Deep Dive!

Apple takes big steps in iOS 26.5, introducing end-to-end encryption for RCS, a feature that's still in beta but promises increased security for messaging. Jeff dives into other new updates, like the controversial upcoming ads in Apple Maps, improved subscription options for App Store apps, and advanced notifications controls for FaceTime calls from unknown numbers. Tune in to discover how these changes can enhance your iPhone experience and keep your data more secure! ## Subscribe to the channel! https://youtube.com/@9to5Mac?sub_confirmation=1 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChjRM_qQAaOAiLNbOGbYcRA/join ## Subscribe to our Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP3DOW_eX2AwO_whrINOi-TuAdgsSR83i https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/9to5mac-overtime/id1727206360 ## Follow Jeff https://www.twitter.com/JeffBenjam https://www.instagram.com/jeffbenjam https://www.tiktok.com/@JeffBenjam https://www.snapchat.com/JeffBenjam https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffbenjam/ https://www.facebook.com/jeffbenjam/ https://discord.com/channels/798700669627269120/798700669627269123 ## Gear for making videos Camera 📷: Sony FX30: https://geni.us/NFM6tf Sony 24-70mm f/2.8 GM II: https://geni.us/OWDLpcB Sony FE 35mm F1.4 GM: https://geni.us/SlYm8 Sony E PZ 18-105 F4 G OSS: https://geni.us/6Mnzaq Sony E 15mm F1.4 G: https://geni.us/fMqc7c DJI Mini 4 Pro: https://geni.us/obSH Audio 🎤: Shure SM7dB: https://geni.us/6WoWjRk Elgato Wave Mic Arm LP: https://geni.us/hqLYDi Rode Wireless PRO: https://geni.us/Rjep4EY Shure MVX2U XLR-to-USB Digital Interface: https://geni.us/lpMFb Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2 headphones: https://geni.us/BXwN8 Apple 🖥️: 14-inch MacBook Pro: https://geni.us/UBHRGr Apple Studio Display: https://geni.us/On4nZ5A 12.9-inch iPad Pro: https://geni.us/XHeBLm AirPods Pro: https://geni.us/hH8pk6x Accessories ⌨️: Magic Keyboard w/ Touch ID: https://geni.us/ddo3alg Samsung T9 SSD (4TB): https://geni.us/EDZ57V ## Affiliate disclaimer FTC: We use income-earning affiliate links and participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. For more details, visit: https://9to5mac.com/about/#affiliate ## Chapters 00:00 End-to-End Encryption for RCS (Beta) 01:25 Ads in Apple Maps 01:50 Suggested Places in Apple Maps 02:58 New Inuktitut Keyboard Layouts 04:27 Mute missed FaceTime call notifications from unknown numbers 05:15 Updated snooze options in Reminders 05:46 Books year in review 06:42 New in-app subscription model for App Store apps 07:53 Transfer to Android updates 08:38 iPad Automatic pairing for Magic devices 09:18 EU: Notification and Live Activity Forwarding 10:49 EU: Improved support for third-party devices with AudioAccessoryKit 11:14 iOS 26.5 vulnerabilities and security fixes 11:59 AI prompt strings in the private CoreUtils framework 12:10 New TCC reminderPrompt feature flag 12:50 New Shortcuts Strings 12:58 New Apple Intelligence extension with access to health data 13:11 WWDC 2026: Integrated discussion for videos ## Tags #ios265 #apple #tech