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iOS 26.1 Beta Unveils AI Integration and New Features

10/16/2025

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Apple’s iOS 26.1 beta 3 introduces third-party AI integration, local audio capture, a rebranding of Apple TV, notification filtering, and improved accessibility options.
The update lets users record audio via Settings, targeting podcasters and journalists.
Apple expands AI support beyond ChatGPT to include Gemini and Claude.
The Fitness app now enables custom workout creation.
The Slide to Stop alarm recalls the original iPhone’s design.

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Story summary

Apple’s iOS 26.1 beta 3 introduces third-party AI integration, local audio capture, a rebranding of Apple TV, notification filtering, and improved accessibility options.
The update lets users record audio via Settings, targeting podcasters and journalists.
Apple expands AI support beyond ChatGPT to include Gemini and Claude.
The Fitness app now enables custom workout creation.
The Slide to Stop alarm recalls the original iPhone’s design.