iOS 26.2 Update to Restore Key iPadOS Features, Expand iPhone Capabilities
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CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA – November 22, 2025 – Apple is preparing to release iOS 26.2, a significant software update for iPhone that will introduce over ten new features and, notably, reinstate functionality previously removed during teh transition to iPadOS 26. The update focuses on enhancing multitasking and user customization options, addressing concerns raised by users following changes in iPadOS 18.
The forthcoming iOS 26.2 aims to bridge a gap created by earlier iPadOS revisions, bringing back popular features like improved Slide Over and tiled views. This rollback responds to user feedback and restores a degree of operational flexibility.The update impacts all iPhone users on compatible devices, offering a more streamlined and adaptable mobile experience as Apple continues to refine its operating systems.The release is anticipated to occur between December 9 and December 16, 2025.
Compatibility
iOS 26.2 will be compatible with all iPhone models that currently support iOS 26.
Release Date
Apple is expected to officially release iOS 26.2 sometime between December 9 and December 16, 2025.
