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iOS 26.5 Official Release: New Features, Bug Fixes, and Performance AnalysisApple has officially released the stable version of iOS 26.5. Let's dive into the new features, bug fixes, and performance changes in this update. We'll provide a detailed comparison before and after the update to help you decide whether to install it.
1. 🚀 iOS 26.5 Update Overview and Installation Info
· Apple has officially released the stable version of iOS 26.5.
· The update size is approximately 1.61GB, explained using the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
· Before the update, the build number was 23E261 and the modem firmware was 1.55.04.
· After the update, the build number is 23F77 and the modem firmware is 1.60.02.
· Available storage increased by about 2.5GB after the update. (Previous 576.9GB -> 579.69GB)
· We plan to use iOS 26.5 until the release of iOS 27.
· The update size is approximately 1.61GB, explained using the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
· Before the update, the build number was 23E261 and the modem firmware was 1.55.04.
· After the update, the build number is 23F77 and the modem firmware is 1.60.02.
· Available storage increased by about 2.5GB after the update. (Previous 576.9GB -> 579.69GB)
· We plan to use iOS 26.5 until the release of iOS 27.
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1. 🚀 iOS 26.5 Update Overview and Installation Info
· Apple has officially released the stable version of iOS 26.5.
· The update size is approximately 1.61GB, explained using the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
· Before the update, the build number was 23E261 and the modem firmware was 1.55.04.
· After the update, the build number is 23F77 and the modem firmware is 1.60.02.
· Available storage increased by about 2.5GB after the update. (Previous 576.9GB -> 579.69GB)
· We plan to use iOS 26.5 until the release of iOS 27.
· The update size is approximately 1.61GB, explained using the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
· Before the update, the build number was 23E261 and the modem firmware was 1.55.04.
· After the update, the build number is 23F77 and the modem firmware is 1.60.02.
· Available storage increased by about 2.5GB after the update. (Previous 576.9GB -> 579.69GB)
· We plan to use iOS 26.5 until the release of iOS 27.
02:05 - 04:42
2. ✨ Detailed Introduction to Key New Features in iOS 26.5
· Apple Maps: In the US, the 'Explore Nearby' feature has been improved to display recommended places in a single line. (The situation remains the same for India.)
· Messages: RCS messaging functionality has been added, but end-to-end encryption is not yet supported. (Beta version)
· Wallpapers: New wallpapers related to Pride and Black Unity have been added. The Pride wallpaper allows color customization and features an animation effect upon unlocking.
· Notifications: Users in the European Union (EU) can use the 'Notification Delivery' feature to forward notifications to third-party smartwatches in addition to Apple Watch.
· App Store: The feature has been improved to allow developers to offer various subscription model options such as monthly, annual, and semi-annual.
· Transfer and Reset iPhone: When transferring data to Android, a feature has been added to select the duration of message transfer (e.g., last 15 days, 30 days).
· Keyboard: Two new language keyboards, 'Inuktitut' and 'Inuktitut Latin', have been added.
· Messages: RCS messaging functionality has been added, but end-to-end encryption is not yet supported. (Beta version)
· Wallpapers: New wallpapers related to Pride and Black Unity have been added. The Pride wallpaper allows color customization and features an animation effect upon unlocking.
· Notifications: Users in the European Union (EU) can use the 'Notification Delivery' feature to forward notifications to third-party smartwatches in addition to Apple Watch.
· App Store: The feature has been improved to allow developers to offer various subscription model options such as monthly, annual, and semi-annual.
· Transfer and Reset iPhone: When transferring data to Android, a feature has been added to select the duration of message transfer (e.g., last 15 days, 30 days).
· Keyboard: Two new language keyboards, 'Inuktitut' and 'Inuktitut Latin', have been added.
05:55 - 07:06
3. 🛠️ iOS 26.5 Bug Fixes and Security Update Details
· Bug Fixes: Fixed an issue where downloaded wallpapers could not be removed from the gallery. (Previously, custom or set wallpapers were difficult to remove.)
· Security Updates: Includes updates that address security vulnerabilities in various areas such as Account, APFS, App Intents, and Audio Codec. This applies to all iPhone models.
· Security Updates: Includes updates that address security vulnerabilities in various areas such as Account, APFS, App Intents, and Audio Codec. This applies to all iPhone models.
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4. 🔋 Battery, Storage, and Performance Test Results
· Battery: There were no significant changes in battery performance after the update, and battery health remains at 100%. (Slight warmth may occur due to recent weather.)
· Storage: System data usage remains stable at approximately 9GB.
· Performance: Overall performance is good, but slight lag was observed when setting wallpapers. (Improved compared to the previous version, but not perfect.)
· Benchmarks:
· The CPU score slightly increased, while the GPU score slightly decreased. The impact on gaming performance will be discussed in detail in a future review video.
· Storage: System data usage remains stable at approximately 9GB.
· Performance: Overall performance is good, but slight lag was observed when setting wallpapers. (Improved compared to the previous version, but not perfect.)
· Benchmarks:
| Category | Previous Score | iOS 26.5 Score |
|---|---|---|
| CPU (Multi-core) | 38169921 | 389410001 |
| GPU | 46935 | 45884 |
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5. 🔮 Future Updates and Recommendation
· The iOS 26.6 beta version is expected to start soon, and iOS 27 is anticipated to be unveiled at WWDC in June.
· If you are experiencing issues with the current iOS 26.4.2 version, we recommend updating to iOS 26.5.
· If you are not experiencing any problems, you might consider waiting a bit to confirm stability before updating. (Detailed review video coming soon.)
· We would appreciate it if you could share your experience in the comments.
· If you are experiencing issues with the current iOS 26.4.2 version, we recommend updating to iOS 26.5.
· If you are not experiencing any problems, you might consider waiting a bit to confirm stability before updating. (Detailed review video coming soon.)
· We would appreciate it if you could share your experience in the comments.