Archive · 19 Nov 2025
Apple's iOS 26.2 Beta 3: New Features and Siri Replacement in Japan
Apple's new iOS update lets you share files faster with AirDrop, change your voice assistant in Japan, and makes some changes to how it tracks your sleep.
You can also turn off pinned messages in the car and use live translation in more places with your AirPods.
iOS 26.2 beta 3 introduces new AirDrop feature without immediate contact requirement
Users in Japan can replace Siri with third-party voice assistants
CarPlay gets option to disable pinned messages
Sleep scoring metrics changed in Health app
AirPods Pro 3 live translation expands to EU regions
- Who
- Apple Inc.
- What
- Released iOS 26.2 beta 3 with new features and Siri replacement option in Japan
- When
- November 2025
- Where
- Globally (Siri replacement limited to Japan)
- Why
- To improve user experience and comply with Japanese regulations
Supporters of Customization
Advocates of Simplicity
Voice Assistant Choice
Supporters of Customization
Allows users to choose an assistant that best suits their needs
Advocates of Simplicity
Potential confusion or difficulty for some users in switching assistants
- AirDrop Contact Requirement
- Temporarily reduced to 30 days
- Siri Replacement
- Available in Japan only
- Sleep Score Changes
- New 'Very High' category added
