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Apple today released a minor iOS 26.4.1 update for the iPhone 11 and newer. While the release notes for the update only mention unspecified "bug fixes," we have since learned about two specific changes that are included in it. First, 9to5Mac spotted an Apple Developer Forums thread suggesting that iOS 26.4.1 fixes an iOS 26.4 bug that affected iCloud syncing in some apps. Second, an enterprise-focused Apple support document indicates that Stolen Device Protection will be automatically enabled on iPhones that update from iOS 26.4 to iOS 26.4.1. This likely applies to devices that are managed by a workplace/organization, as iOS 26.4 already turned on the feature by default for regular users. Introduced in iOS 17.3, Stolen Device Protection adds an additional layer of security in the event someone has stolen your iPhone and also knows the device's passcode. The feature is designed to reduce instances of thieves spying on an iPhone user's passcode before stealing the device, often in public places like bars. When the feature is turned on, Face ID or Touch ID authentication is required for more actions than usual on an iPhone, including viewing passwords or passkeys stored in iCloud Keychain, applying for a new Apple Card, turning off Lost Mode, erasing all content and settings, using payment methods saved in Safari, and more. No passcode fallback is available in the event that the user is unable to complete Face ID or Touch ID authentication. For especially sensitive actions, including changing the password of the Apple ID account associated with the iPhone, the feature adds a security delay on top of biometric authentication. In these cases, the user must authenticate with Face ID or Touch ID, wait one hour, and authenticate with Face ID or Touch ID again. However, there is no delay when the iPhone is in familiar locations, such as at home or work. Prior to iOS 26.4, Stolen Device Protection was turned off by default on all iPhones. It can be turned on in the Settings app under Face ID & Passcode. Related Roundups: iOS 26 , iPadOS 26 Tag: iCloud Related Forums: iOS 26 , Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+ This article, " iOS 26.4.1 Includes These Two Changes for iPhones " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Launched in 2022, Apple's self-service repair program provides customers with access to genuine parts, tools, and manuals to repair select iPhones, iPads, Macs, Studio Displays, and Beats Pill speakers. Apple says the program is "intended for individuals who are experienced with the complexities of repairing electronic devices." Apple today started selling parts and tools for seven new devices through its self-service repair store in the U.S., Canada, and many European countries. As reported by 9to5Mac , genuine Apple parts are now available for these devices: iPhone 17e iPad Air with M4 chip MacBook Neo MacBook Air with M5 chip MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips Studio Display (2026) Studio Display XDR After ordering parts and tools, you can follow the steps in Apple's repair manuals for each device. There is a notable piece of news related to this. As we reported last month, the MacBook Neo's keyboard can be replaced individually . For years, replacing the keyboard in other MacBooks has required replacing the entire Top Case, which refers to the top half of the aluminum shell surrounding the keyboard. For example, the latest MacBook Air has a "Top Case with Keyboard" part, and the latest MacBook Pro models have a "Top Case with Battery and Keyboard" part. For the MacBook Neo, there are separate Keyboard , Keyboard with Touch ID , and Top Case parts, and Apple shows how to replace the keyboard individually. While there are still more than 40 screws involved to replace the keyboard on its own, the process is much easier than replacing an entire Top Case, which requires lots of disassembly. Best of all, the MacBook Neo's individual keyboard part starts at just $140 on Apple's self-service repair store in the U.S., whereas the Top Case with Keyboard for MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models costs around $400 to $600. Related Roundups: iPhone 17e , Studio Display , MacBook Neo , MacBook Pro , MacBook Air Tag: Self Service Repair Buyer's Guide: iPhone 17e (Buy Now) , Displays (Buy Now) , MacBook Neo (Buy Now) , MacBook Pro (Buy Now) , MacBook Air (Buy Now) Related Forums: Mac Accessories , MacBook Neo , MacBook Pro , MacBook Air This article, " Apple Now Selling Parts for Seven New Devices Unveiled Last Month " first appeared on MacRumors.com Discuss this article in our forums
Apple confirms that Stolen Device Protection will be enabled by default for enterprise devices updating from iOS 26.4 to iOS 26.4.1, and from iPadOS 26.4 to iPadOS 26.4.1. Here are the details. more…
Apple's latest products can now be fixed via the Self Service Repair Program, with parts for the iPhone 17e , MacBook Neo, Apple Studio Display XDR, and more. MacBook Neo parts are now available from the Apple Self Service Repair Store. On Wednesday, Apple updated its Self Service Repair Store with replacement parts for the various products the company announced in March 2026. This includes the iPhone 17e, MacBook Neo , M5 MacBook Air , M5 Pro and M5 Max MacBook Pro , M4 iPad Air , updated Apple Studio Display , and the Apple Studio Display XDR. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums
