iPhone’s update adds major new security feature and Apple Maps overhaul

Apple has rolled out its latest operating system update with several tweaks (Picture: Kalka/NurPhoto/Shutterstock)

Millions of Apple users can now update their iPhones with the latest operating system, which brings a boost to security and other tweaks.

The tech giant has released its latest iOS 26.5 update packed with changes like end-to-end encryption on iMessages, changes to Apple Maps and other tools set to make pairing your phone easier.  

While it might be tempting to ignore or postpone a system update, downloading it protects the phone against exploitation from bugs and ha...