Apple releases beta 4 for iPadOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, and more [U]

9to5Mac • April 27, 2026 • technology

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Apple has released the fourth developer beta of iPadOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, visionOS 26.5, and other updates, with public beta versions rolling out shortly after.
These updates are part of the 26.5 software wave expected to launch publicly around mid-May, ahead of the WWDC event where iOS 27 and other major updates will be unveiled.
The 26.5 updates focus mainly on performance and stability improvements, with modest new features introduced in Messages, Maps, and the App Store.
watchOS 26.5 will include a new Pride watch face, continuing Apple's tradition of seasonal watch face releases.
No major new features have been identified yet in the beta 4 releases, but users and developers are encouraged to report any findings.