iPhone users say iOS 26.2.1 causes crashes and connectivity issues

Macworld

Apple may have another stinker of an iOS update on its hands. iPhone owners on multiple forums are reporting crashes, freezes and other problems with the latest point update, iOS 26.2.1.

One thread on the Apple Community forum is called “iOS 26.2.1 has rendered my phone unusable” and complains that nearly every app on the user’s iPhone has started to crash or freeze since installing the update. They report that deleting apps and files doesn’t appear to help.

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