5 changes to know about in Apple's latest iOS, macOS, and iPadOS betas

February 19, 2026

TL;DR

New betas for iOS, iPadOS, and macOS (version 26.4) are available.
Apple Music subscribers can generate playlists using text prompts with 'Playlist Playground'.
The Podcasts app will gain native support for video podcasts.
Freeform app gets a Creator Studio with AI-generated image capabilities.
macOS 26.4 adds a manual slider to limit Mac battery charge percentage.
Testing for end-to-end encryption in RCS messaging has begun, though initially limited to Apple devices.
RCS support will be updated to version 3.0, enabling features like message editing and recalling.
The Compact tab view returns to Safari on macOS and iPadOS.
Stolen Device Protection will be on by default in iOS 26.4.
macOS 26.4 will start notifying users about the eventual end of Rosetta support, planned for macOS 28 in 2027.

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