Apple has rolled out the latest encrypted messaging feature on RCS via iOS 26.5, with select carriers supporting it.

The new feature, which is meant to increase security and privacy, isn't available to all iPhone users.

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If you downloaded iOS 26.5, your device can now access the secure messaging protocol as long as your carrier supports it. Zach began writing for CNET in November, 2021 after writing for a broadcast ...