Apple has released the fourth developer beta for macOS 26.5, alongside the third public beta, as the company prepares for the upcoming WWDC26 event and future software transitions.
Key Points
- The macOS 26.5 beta 4 update carries build number 25F5068a.
- This release focuses primarily on performance improvements and bug fixes rather than major new features.
- Cross-platform updates include end-to-end encryption for RCS and new "Suggested Places" functionality in Apple Maps.
- Users can install the update via the Software Update menu in System Settings by selecting the developer beta option.
- This is expected to be the final major update for macOS 26 before the unveiling of macOS 27.