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Incremental iOS 26.2.1 update supports the new AirTag

Apple has released an incremental update for iOS 26.2.1, weeks into the start of 2026, chiefly to support its updated AirTag.

iPhone screen showing Software Update settings for iOS 26.2.1, 838.9 MB, mentioning support for AirTag second generation and bug fixes, with a prominent blue Update Now button
Update your iPhone to iOS 26.2.1 today.

Apple last issued updates to its operating systems on December 12, bringing iOS and iPadOS up to version 26.2. Over a month later, Apple’s first operating system update of 2026 is a marginal update to iOS 26.2.1.

At the same time, Apple also brought out updates for iPadOS 26.2.1 and watchOS 26.2.1.

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