Stronger Privacy and Security Features Out of the Box

Every major version of iOS tightens privacy and security, but iOS 26 has a few additions worth calling out. The first is Wired Accessory permissions. If someone plugs something into your iPhone’s port while the phone is locked, like at a public charging station, you get to decide whether your iPhone allows its connection or not. This is a surprisingly helpful safeguard for travelers and anyone using public power sources.

Also, the Passwords app gains history tracking. If you keep dozens or hundreds of login credentials, managing and migrating them becomes far easier without exposing sensitive information.

These features aren’t flashy, but they’re meaningful additions for anyone who cares about digital safety, especially in a world where scams are getting smarter.