Apple iOS update adds UK age verification

Apple's latest iOS 26.4 update mandates age verification for users in the United Kingdom. To access certain services and features, individuals must confirm they are over 18. Verification can be completed by scanning identification or using a credit card, with existing Apple accounts potentially using linked payment methods. Failure to verify may result in the automatic enablement of child safety protections, including content blocking and nudity blurring in messages. This regulatory measure aims to comply with age-related service requirements within the UK market.