iPhone update enables encrypted messaging with Android

Apple's latest iOS 26.5 update introduces enhanced security for messaging, enabling end-to-end encryption for texts exchanged between some iPhone and Android smartphones. This feature significantly improves the privacy of cross-platform communications, aligning with broader industry efforts to secure digital interactions. Previously, such encryption was largely limited to within the same operating system. The update ensures that messages sent between compatible Apple and Google devices are protected from unauthorized access during transit, offering users greater peace of mind regarding their conversations.