Apple has released the iOS 26.5 public beta, opening the door for anyone to try it early. It arrives just days after the developer version, but it doesn’t deliver the kind of upgrade most iPhone users have been waiting for.
The bigger story here is what’s not included. There’s still no sign of the anticipated AI-driven Siri overhaul, which was expected to be a headline feature. Without that, the update feels more like a holding pattern than a meaningful step forward.
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What’s left is a set of smaller changes that don’t significantly alter how your iPhone works day to day. Unless you like testing early software, there isn’t much reason to jump in yet.
Suggested Places and ads lead the update
The most noticeable addition is a new Suggested Places feature in Apple Maps. It highlights trending locations such as restaurants and shops based on
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