Apple is still in the process of testing the forthcoming iPhone software update, having released iOS 26.2 beta 3 today. The pre-release update incorporates an unexpected number of modifications and enhancements. Here’s a summary of what’s new thus far:
## AirDrop Codes
Apple is working on a new AirDrop feature that enables users to AirDrop between devices without needing to have each other saved as contacts for 30 days. iOS 26.2 beta 3 is the initial version to unveil preliminary indications of this functionality in the AirDrop section of Settings.
[Discover more about the forthcoming AirDrop codes feature here.](https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/17/ios-26-2s-new-airdrop-feature-upgrade-revealed-in-beta-3/)
## Liquid Glass Level
Recently, Apple launched a completely new Liquid Glass-themed Level design within the Measure app in iOS 26.2 beta 2. In iOS 26.2 beta 3, Apple has further enhanced the design to ensure visibility of the numbers displayed in various scenarios.
[Learn more about the newly designed feature here.](https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/17/ios-26-2-adds-a-cool-liquid-glass-effect-to-the-native-level-tool/)
## iPadOS Split View and Slide Over
Apple reintroduced Slide Over in iPadOS 26.1, and now they’re enhancing another multitasking feature that was overlooked from iOS 18. Beginning with iPadOS 26.2 beta 3, users can drag an app icon out of the Dock to activate Slide Over or Split View during multitasking.
[Read more about these multitasking updates here.](https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/17/slide-over-ipados-26-2-update-feature/)
## Default Voice Assistant Code
Leaked coding suggests that Apple is developing a feature that will allow users to replace invoking Siri as the default action when pressing the side button. This will likely be exclusively available in the EU due to regulatory requirements.
[Explore more about the leaked code references here.](https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/17/ios-26-2-leak-shows-iphone-might-let-you-replace-siri-as-default-assistant/)
Today’s updates build on what we saw in iOS 26.2 beta 1 and 2.
## Games App Navigation
The Games app has introduced sorting and filtering options to the library, controller navigation, and real-time score updates during gameplay.
[Read more about the enhancements to the games app here.](https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/12/ios-26-2s-apple-games-app-has-three-new-improvements/)
## Measure Redesign
The Level feature within the Measure app incorporates a Liquid Glass design.
[Find out more about the redesign here.](https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/12/ios-26-2-adds-a-cool-liquid-glass-effect-to-the-native-level-tool/)
## Messages CarPlay Update
Users can now disable pinned conversations for Messages in CarPlay Settings.
[Read more about this update here.](https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/12/ios-26-2-lets-you-disable-new-carplay-feature-in-messages/)
## More
– The animations when tapping buttons to access menus have become significantly smoother.
## Edge Light Feature on macOS 26 Tahoe
Apple is rolling out a new built-in feature for Mac named Edge Light. It creates a virtual ring light using the screen of your Mac to improve lighting during video calls.
[Learn more about Edge Light on the Mac and its functionality here.](https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/12/macos-26-2-adds-new-edge-light-feature/)
## Sleep Score Changes
Apple is modifying how Sleep Score functions for sleep tracking. Very High will replace Excellent as the top tier, and the criteria for each category have also been adjusted. This change is a response to user feedback indicating that the Sleep Score range was too broad and that Excellent conveyed an overly favorable impression.
[Discover more about the change here.](https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/04/watchos-26-2-sleep-score-changes-apple-watch/)
## Apple Podcasts App Enhancements
Apple is leveraging AI to enhance the Apple Podcasts app experience. Commencing with iOS 26.2, the app can utilize AI to automatically create chapters, link to referenced podcasts, and gather show links.
[Read more about the updates here.](https://9to5mac.com/2025/11/04/ios-26-2-includes-three-helpful-upgrades-to-apple-podcasts-app/)
## Apple News Design
iOS 26 itself represents a significant redesign. With iOS
