Apple releases public betas for iPadOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, and more
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Key Points:
- Apple has released public beta 1 for iPadOS 26.5, tvOS 26.5, watchOS 26.5, HomePod 26.5, and other upcoming software updates.
- These public betas follow developer betas released earlier this week and include a recent revision for iOS and iPadOS.
- Early testing reveals minimal new features, with notable additions including a ‘Suggested Places’ feature in Apple Maps and potential new App Store options for in-app subscriptions.
- The updates currently offer few user-facing changes compared to the recent 26.4 versions, though more features may be introduced in future beta releases.
- With WWDC 2026 approaching, the 26.5 updates are likely smaller releases ahead of major updates expected in iOS 27 and macOS 27.
