Apple is testing iOS 26.4 with Siri and Apple Intelligence features
By ForGeeks
Apple has already begun internal testing of the upcoming iOS 26.4 update, which may include promised but as yet unrealized features including contextual Siri and Apple Intelligence.
iOS 26.4 spotted in weblogs before official release
Although iOS 26 is still in the beta testing stage and won’t officially debut until the iPhone 17 in September, some devices running iOS 26.4 have already been spotted on weblogs, reports MacRumors. This indicates that Apple has begun preparing for the next major system update, despite the fact that it’s not expected to be released until 2026.
So far, Apple has started preparing for the next major system update, despite the fact that it’s not expected until 2026.
Visit logs don’t reveal any new features, but they do confirm devices running iOS 26.4. According to preliminary information, the release could take place in April 2026.
Contextual Siri and Apple Intelligence could arrive in iOS 26.4
The most anticipated features of the update are context-sensitive Siri and Apple Intelligence, a platform based on Apple’s own large language models. These features were announced at WWDC, but didn’t make it into the iPhone 16 release as originally anticipated.
All of these features were announced at WWDC, but didn’t make it into the iPhone 16 release as originally thought.
Contextual Siri is supposed to offer users more personalized interactions: understanding schedules, recommending actions, and supporting live dialogue. However, launch dates keep getting pushed back. iOS 26.4 could be the first update to fully realize these features.
Siri will be the first to offer more personalized interaction: understanding schedules, recommending actions, and supporting live dialog.
The update may also include new emoji
Some sources are speculating that iOS 26.4 will add a new batch of emoji. Usually, such updates are released in versions that get mass adoption quickly. For example, new characters were included in iOS 18.4.
While the addition of emoji isn’t considered a major innovation on its own, it does indicate Apple is preparing for a larger update. The main focus is expected to be on smart features.
