Apple on Monday released iOS 26.5.1, a minor update to iOS 26. The software update comes three weeks after iOS 26.5 was released. The new software update appears to be available only for the iPhone Air and all models in the iPhone 17 lineup.
The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPhones by going to Settings -> General -> Software Update.
Apple’s release notes say the update fixes a previously documented charging issue with iPhone Air and iPhone 17 models.
This update addresses an issue for a small number of users that may prevent wired charging on iPhone Air and iPhone 17 models when the battery is nearly drained.
We’re getting close to end-of-life for iOS 26, as Apple has shifted its focus to iOS 27 and iPadOS 27, which will both be previewed at WWDC 2026 next month.
