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The iOS 26.2 beta 3 update means Apple is gradually building towards the big release for December 2025.
iOS 26.2 beta 3 update now rolling out
The iOS 26.2 beta 3 update is on its way to the iPhone users and Apple is showering them with plenty of new things to try out before the full release is available. The new iOS 26.2 beta focuses on refining the existing features but also adds its own elements across the board.
The company is doing most of the talking with its beta updates and the iOS 26.2 beta 3 version seems like the trend continues and users are unlikely to have any issues with that. The detailed change list has been mentioned in this report and here are the details about some important additions.
iOS 26.2 Beta 3 Update: What’s New
New Way To AirDrop
Apple is testing a new way to AirDrop files between and you don’t need to add the contact for 30 days. After that, the company is obviously going to demand more details before a file transmission is done wirelessly between two devices. This is being tested with the new iOS 26.2 beta 3 and should be available in the AirDrop part of Settings on iPhone.
Move Beyond Siri
The company is also said to be testing the option to use other third-party voice assistants than Siri on iPhones. This feature could be limited to Japan where the regulator has demanded strict changes to its policies of allowing other platforms to thrive.
Messages In CarPlay
You can actually disable the pinned messages features on iPhone from within the CarPlay settings. This might not sound like a big deal and giving more power to users in the car has its value.
Sleep Score Alterations
Apple has changed the score metrics for sleeping which many people thought was lenient. So instead of Excellent, the highest standard score for Sleep is now going to be very high which will be 95 or or points.
AirPods Live Translation In More Regions
Apple got live translation with AirPods Pro 3 earlier this year but users in EU regions could finally get their version in December once the iOS 26.2 update rolls out.
Besides these, the list has tweaks to the Liquid Glass transparency level, new look Apple News app and Measures app design.
S Aadeetya, Special Correspondent at News18 Tech, accidentally got into journalism 10 years ago, and since then, has been part of established media houses covering the latest trends in technology and helping fr…Read More
S Aadeetya, Special Correspondent at News18 Tech, accidentally got into journalism 10 years ago, and since then, has been part of established media houses covering the latest trends in technology and helping fr… Read More
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November 19, 2025, 08:25 IST
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