
Apple released iOS 26.5.1 to fix a wired charging issue on iPhone Air and iPhone 17 models when batteries are nearly drained. The update is available over-the-air via Settings > General > Software Update and targets only these device lines. It addresses a known problem affecting a small number of users who previously faced charging failure on low battery. iOS 26.5.1 follows iOS 26.5, released three weeks prior, and marks the end of Apple's iOS 26 development cycle as iOS 27 prepares for June 8 WWDC. This update ensures consistent charging performance for users with these models during critical battery states.
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Apple releases iOS 26.5.1 for iPhone, here's what's new
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