Apple today released iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6, the sixth major updates to the iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 operating systems for the iPhone and iPad, respectively. The new updates come nearly one month after the release of the iOS 26.5.2 and iPadOS 26.5.2 updates.
The new software can be downloaded on compatible iPhones and iPads by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update.
Apple’s notes for the update say iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 include security fixes for the iPhone and iPad. The updates also optimize the Spotlight index in preparation for iOS 27 and iPadOS 27.
These updates may be some of the last for iOS 26 and iPadOS 26, as Apple has shifted its focus to iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, which will both be released in the early fall.