Apple is radically changing its approach to user security in the upcoming iOS 26.4 update. For the first time, the stolen device protection feature, introduced as early as 2024, will be automatically activated on all iPhones. Previously, users were asked to manually enable this option; now it will become the standard, although the option for manual deactivation will remain. The system will require mandatory biometric authentication through Face ID or Touch ID for access to passwords and credit cards and, unlike the current version of the OS, will no longer offer the option to enter a digital password as a backup. The second change concerns the Security Delay. If the iPhone is outside the home or work network, attempting to change the Apple account password will result in a mandatory delay of one hour, after which re-biometric verification will be required. The iOS 26.4 update will be released soon and will be another major release for the iPhone.
