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Apple has published a new AirPods firmware build via its support documentation. Firmware installs automatically when AirPods are charging near a paired device.
Apple has released Xcode 26.1 through its developer channel, with updated SDKs and tooling for the latest OS releases.
Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26.1, a maintenance update addressing stability issues and including security patches. The update is available for supported Mac models.
Apple has released iOS 26.1, a maintenance update focused on stability and security. The release addresses several issues reported since 26.0 and includes patches for actively exploited vulnerabilities.
