Apple has seeded the iPadOS 26.4 Release Candidate, which usually means the update is nearly ready for a wider rollout if no last-minute bugs show up. This build arrived shortly after the previous beta, and it is currently available for developer testing on compatible iPad models.
How to update
If you are already running the iPadOS 26.4 beta, updating is simple:
- Open Settings
- Tap General
- Tap Software Update
- Download and install the iPadOS 26.4 Release Candidate
Apple has made the iPadOS 26.4 RC available to developers, while the company positions it as the near-final version before public release if testing goes smoothly.
Major new features of the update
Here are the main changes and details reported so far for iPadOS 26.4:
- Refined window snapping and resizing in Stage Manager for a more stable multitasking experience
- Updates to the Home app to improve accessory connectivity and responsiveness
- Bug fixes and performance improvements across the system to address battery drain issues reported in earlier betas
- Release Candidate status, which suggests Apple is in the final testing phase
Apple has not highlighted a long list of new iPadOS 26.4 consumer features yet, so this update currently looks more like a stability-focused release aimed at polishing the existing software experience.
With the Release Candidate now out, the full public launch should not be far away unless Apple finds something that needs another RC build. Let us know in the comments if you spot anything new in iPadOS 26.4.
