Apple Rolls Out iOS 26.4.2 Update with Bug Fixes and Security Enhancements

9 articles · Updated · 9to5Mac · Apr 22

Apple has released iOS 26.4.2 for iPhone users, delivering new bug fixes and security updates.
The update is available for download via the Settings app and also arrives as iPadOS 26.4.2 for iPad.
This minor release focuses on stability ahead of the upcoming iOS 26.5 feature update, expected in mid-May.

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