Apple Releases First Beta of iOS 26.2 and watchOS 26.2
Apple has begun testing the upcoming iOS 26.2 update on iPhone, with the first developer beta available just a day after the public release of iOS 26.1.
The update is expected to bring several new features to compatible iPhones, including a liquid glass slider to the lock screen, AirPods live translation for the EU, and tables support to the Freeform app.
- Liquid glass slider on the lock screen
- AirPods live translation for the EU
- Tables support to the Freeform app
In addition to iOS 26.2, Apple has also seeded the first developer beta of watchOS 26.2, iPadOS 26.2, visionOS 26.2, and tvOS 26.2.
Developers can now upgrade their devices to the new beta builds, with the update expected to be available for public beta testers soon.
The iOS 26.2 release has a build number of 23C5027f, while the watchOS 26.2 beta has a firmware version of 23S5280e.
No official statement from Apple.
Author's summary: Apple starts testing iOS 26.2.