No matter how you look at it, IPSW install most certainly *is* niche. The vast overwhelming majority will be doing updates via OTA and nothing else.
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iOS 26.1 RC ― Bug Fixes, Changes, and Improvements
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No matter how you look at it, IPSW install most certainly *is* niche. The vast overwhelming majority will be doing updates via OTA and nothing else.
Is the final version next week gonna be smaller? I wanted to install the RC but it’s 19GB I don’t even have enough space
Disable AI, restart, install the update, redownload the AI. Without the AI it should be at around 10GB or less.
Download the ISPW from the Apple dev website and install via FinderIs the final version next week gonna be smaller? I wanted to install the RC but it’s 19GB I don’t even have enough space
That way you don't have to download anything to your device
Always wondered if it was just me! Why is rendering the clock icon now an insane ask? Feels like… I don’t know. Feels nuts.
Another thing, twice on 26.1 b4 I got apps frozen when installing from App Store. Wouldn’t re-install wouldn’t finish install could not pause or use app. Grayed out. Had to restart to resolve (and then re-update those apps).
Anyone else seen this? Never had an issue with App Store installs in all my years with an iPhone (since 3G before App Store)! Astonishing that “restart” is now the solution for iOS issues.
Anyone else seen this? Never had an issue with App Store installs in all my years with an iPhone (since 3G before App Store)! Astonishing that “restart” is now the solution for iOS issues.
Hello,
For those who have updated their iPhone 16 Pro Max,
has there been any improvement in performance?
Battery life?
Thank you.
For those who have updated their iPhone 16 Pro Max,
has there been any improvement in performance?
Battery life?
Thank you.
Is there a way to tell if the iPhone is utilizing WiFi 7? I’m a new owner of the 17 pro and this is something I’m wondering. I do have a WiFi 7 router. Just want to make sure I’m getting the highest speeds!
Thanks I’m gonna try that !Download the ISPW from the Apple dev website and install via Finder
That way you don't have to download anything to your device
I’ve had virtually every iphone and ipad that I’ve had virtually every iPhone and iPad that has been produced. Once OTA became possible, it took me a cycle or two to trust it, but since then I’ve never looked back. I can see no reason why anyone would subject themselves to a more tedious process unless a significant issue occurred that wasn’t being experienced by anyone else. Years ago, I seemingly had such an issue, and after getting the advice to go through that process, I did, only to find there was no change and a subsequent release fixed the issue I was having. That was at least 10 years ago, and neither I nor anyone I know has ever messed with that again. However, each user is free to do it their way, but simplicity and convenience are what most of us prefer.
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What iOS are you updating from? 19GB for iPhone 12 is massive!
iMessage photo problem is still not fixed. Spoke to Apple support today and even the tech’s phone running this RC still has this issue. Guess Apple doesn’t care about iMessage
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Missing photos in iMessage after iOS 26 u… - Apple Community
worst RC ever, stutter lag when switching on homescreen to widgets ip17pro
My battery been great but my battery health is on 100 percent so I would expect that ,
iOS 26.1 for me been the most stable release since iOS 26 came out and with the tinted option it’s a must have update for anyone
I’ve got an issue new to this RC. Spotlight search only results in installed apps, none of the other functionality like dictionary search, metric/imperial conversions etc works. Restarting fixed it for an unknown amount of time before breaking again.
Another issue in prior 26.1 betas not fixed in RC is I have a Control Centre page dedicated to Home controls (lights, scenes) but after each OS update the buttons return to an unconfigured state. If I long-press and tap to configure them, they’re already set to what they should be but backing out again they’re still unconfigured. They only way to fix is to either delete and set up from scratch or change each button to another accessory/scene and then back to what I want.
The small number of Home controls on my favourites (heart) Control Centre page are unaffected by this.
Another issue in prior 26.1 betas not fixed in RC is I have a Control Centre page dedicated to Home controls (lights, scenes) but after each OS update the buttons return to an unconfigured state. If I long-press and tap to configure them, they’re already set to what they should be but backing out again they’re still unconfigured. They only way to fix is to either delete and set up from scratch or change each button to another accessory/scene and then back to what I want.
The small number of Home controls on my favourites (heart) Control Centre page are unaffected by this.
You must take into consideration that with OTA you might accidentally include atmospheric mischievous pixies. It’s not like OTA data is compared to hash sums or something similar, Apple just crosses its fingers it will work, despite the pixies.
Yeah, I don’t even know how this is debatable.
The vast, vast, vast majority of iOS users don’t own a Mac.
In fact, with over 2 billion active iOS devices it’s probably safe to say that the vast, vast, vast majority of iOS users don’t own a traditional PC at all, Mac or Windows.
Yes it’s been a bug for years but I’ve always used a workaround. Plug in your phone and turn on messages in the cloud and wait awhile. This always triggers the indexing for me. If you have a ton of photos within threads this could take some time maybe an overnight or 2. If you don’t have too many it could take 10-15 minutes. Give it a try. After it’s all done then I turn the switch off and it’s good to go.iMessage photo problem is still not fixed. Spoke to Apple support today and even the tech’s phone running this RC still has this issue. Guess Apple doesn’t care about iMessage
Missing photos in iMessage after iOS 26 u… - Apple Community
On my son’s 17 pro it took 2 weeks for his photos to show back up within messages threads without turning on messages in the cloud but they eventually did. But if you are impatient like me try turning on the messages in the cloud to force it to do its thing.
I downloaded the RC today and my 16 Pro feels a lot faster than before.iOS 26.1 RC
Release Date ― October 28, 2025
Build Number ― 23B82
Darwin Kernel Version ―
iOS 26.1 Beta Release Notes
New Issues
Remaining Issues
Resolved Issues
Features
Additional Notes
- Developers and testers can report bugs using the Feedback app. If you put your settings back on “None” for the betas, you can still open the app by entering the following URL in Safari:
- iOS 18 Preview
- iOS 18 Press Release
- iOS 18 Release Notes
- iOS Beta Release Notes
- iOS Security Updates
To get the beta over-the-air:
If you no longer wish to receive beta updates:
- Enable Beta Updates (Settings > General > Software Updates > Beta Updates)
- Make sure you’re signed into the right Apple Account
- Select which beta you’d like to receive (public/developer beta)
- Hit "Back" and pull down to refresh
- Back up to a computer or to iCloud
- Install the beta
Troubleshooting: If the beta doesn’t show up on your phone, try turning on airplane mode, then turning it back off, or restart your device.
- Turn off the Beta Updates (you can also sign out of your Apple Account to reset this setting)
- Wait for the next public release or follow the guide below to go back to a release build
How to install using a Mac?
Notes/Tips:
- You’ll need the Xcode beta itself or a MobileDevice.pkg somebody extracted from the beta (click with two fingers or control-click), then choose Show Package Contents. Go to Contents/Resources/Packages. - this will work on older Macs that do not support the latest macOS or Xcode betas)
- Back up to your Mac or to iCloud in case you need to go back to another version
- Hold down Option, then click on ‘Check for Update’/‘Restore iPhone...’ and select the IPSW file you downloaded from the Apple Developer site. Note: You must be connected to the internet to complete the restore.
- Enter your iPhone passcode if you’re prompted to do so.
- Always keep a backup in case you need to restore your phone
- Restoring wipes your settings and all data on your iPhone
- You only need to reinstall MobileDevice.pkg if your Mac stops recognizing your iPhone
- There is no MobileDevice.pkg equivalent to iTunes for PC which would require a new iTunes to support new/beta iOS
- Upgrading to a newer iPhone? You can update using your Mac before setting up the phone
- iPhone 17 series: 1.10.05
- iPhone Air: 2.01.05
- iPhone 16 series: 2.10.03
- iPhone 16e: 2.01.05
- iPhone 15 series: 3.10.04
- iPhone 14 series: 4.02.03
- iPhone 13 series and iPhone SE (3rd gen): 5.02.01
- iPhone 12 series: 5.10.01
- iPhone 11 series, iPhone SE (2nd gen) and iPad Air (Cellular, 4th gen): 6.50.00
Australia
Belgium
- Optus - 64.5.8
- Telstra - 64.5.13
- Vodafone AU - 66.0
Brazil (info updated 26.1RC, unchanged from 26.1b3)
- BASE - 33.0
- Orange B - 58
- Proximus - 45.0
- Telenet - 66.0
Canada
- Claro Brasil - 66.0
- Vivo - 66.0
- TIM -
- Oi -
Denmark
- Bell - 62.8
- Fido - 56.0
- Fizz - 53.0
- Freedom/Shaw Mobile - 54.8.6
- Mint Mobile - 58.0
- Public Mobile - 54.8.4
- Rogers - 66.0
- Telus - 54.8.8
- Videotron - 53.0
- Virgin Mobile - 50.0
Finland
- 3 DK - 46.7.11
- TDC 65.0
- Norlys 65.0
France
- DNA - 58.5.7
Germany
- Bouygues Telecom - 40.0
- Orange France - 63.0
- Free - 65.0
- SFR -
Greece:
- Vodafone.de - 65.7.2 and RCS enabled
- Telekom.de - 66.0 and RCS enabled
- o2-de - 61.6.1 RCS enabled
Guatemala
- Cosmote - 38.0
India
- TIGO GT - 49.0
Ireland
- Airtel - 58.5.18
- Jio - 58.5.18 (iPhone) and 58.5.18 (iPad)
- Vi India (Vodafone Idea) - 58.5
Mexico
- Eir - 33.5
- Vodafone IE - 38.0
Morocco
- AT&T - 57.0
- Telcel - 57.6
Netherlands
- Orange - 50.0
Poland
- KPN - 61.0
- Vodafone NL - 45.0
- Odido -
Portugal
- T-Mobile - 64.5.4
- Orange - 64.5.2
- Play - 61.0
- Plus - 61.0
Romania
- Vodafone P - 40.0
Slovakia
- Orange RO - 55.0
Southeast Asia
- Orange SK - 57.6
Spain
- Singapore Singtel -
- Philippines Globe - 62.0
- Philippines Globe (iPad) - 38.0
- Philippines Smart - 63.0
- Thailand AIS - 53.0
- Thailand DTAC - 53.0
- Malaysia Umobile - 33.0
- Malaysia Maxis -33.0
- Malaysia Digi -
- Malaysia celcom -
- Hong Kong - 32.0
- Taiwan -
Sweden
- Orange ES - 66.0
- DIGI ES - 54.8.4
- Vodafone ES - 54.8.8
- Movistar - 65.0
- Yoigo - 66.0
Switzerland
- Comviq -
- Tre - 31.0
Turkey
- Salt - 58.0
- Sunrise - 65.7.2
- Swisscom - 63.0
United Kingdom
- Turkcell (Lifecell) - 36.5.5
- Vodafone TR - 32.0
- Turk Telekom - 32.0
United States
- BT-UK (EE MVNO) -
- EE - 66.0
- Giffgaff (O2 MVNO) -
- iD Mobile (Three MVNO) - 66.0
- Lebara (Vodafone MVNO) - 66.0
- Mozillion (EE MVNO) - 65.0
- Lyca (EE MVNO) -
- O2-UK - 66.0
- Sky (O2 MVNO) - 66.0
- Three -
- Virgin Mobile (EE MVNO) -
- Vodafone UK - 64.5.5
Other
- AT&T - 65.7.4
- Boost - 57.0
- Cricket - 60.5.5
- FirstNet - 55.0
- FirstNet (iPad) - 41.7.6
- Metro (TMO MVNO) - 66.0
- Spectrum (VZW MVNO) - 66.0
- T-Mobile - 66.0
- TracFone/Straight Talk/Walmart Family Mobile - 63.5
- U.S. Cellular - 46.7.24
- Ultra/Mint Mobile (TMO MVNO) - 64.5.16
- Verizon - 66.0
- Visible (VZW MVNO) - 66.0
- Xfinity Mobile - 57.6.1
- Docomo - 32.5.10
- AlwaysOnline -
Historical beta release chart
It really surprised me, tbh.
He probably use that POS Apple Devices software that everyone but him knows is crap and causes issues. Certainly 26.1 RC installed fine and is working great for most it seems.
Updated via IPSW and no problems with my 16PM. I do have micro stutters when swiping to App library but other than that it's fine.
What's annoying is that they didn't fix the bug where you can't resize the lockscreen clock other than the first font. I'd love to use the second font clock but I can't resize it and this has been a problem since 26.0.
What's annoying is that they didn't fix the bug where you can't resize the lockscreen clock other than the first font. I'd love to use the second font clock but I can't resize it and this has been a problem since 26.0.
I see it when I scroll away from the widgets page. It doesn't bother me at all. Seems like something they will fix eventually...maybe in 6 months. No biggie.