The second beta version of iOS 26.4 has introduced several noteworthy features, though it does not include the highly anticipated Google Gemini-powered Siri enhancements. Among the updates, Apple has added a new splash screen for the Podcast app, showcasing a video podcast functionality that allows for seamless transitions between video and audio content, along with offline playback options.
Changes in the user interface are also prominent, with the Games app's search bar now positioned at the top, resembling the earlier adjustments made in the App Store. Dark mode users will notice a new dark tint in the Control Center context menus, replacing the previous bright white design.
Additionally, the latest beta reveals a new accessibility feature under Settings, which includes a Reduce Highlighting Effects option, though its specific impact on the interface remains unclear. Users can also now send and receive encrypted RCS messages, a feature that was first introduced in beta 1 but is fully functional in this update.
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