- The iOS 26.6 update has been released, introducing two new features, one of which is essential for the upcoming iOS 27 beta.
- The update adds an alert when users reach the maximum blocked contacts limit, which appears to be user-dependent, with reports ranging from 5,000 to 20,000 contacts.
Apple's iOS 26.6 introduces a significant alert feature for users who reach the limit of blocked contacts, which is essential for those preparing to upgrade to iOS 27. The alert notifies users: "Blocked Contacts Limit Reached:** You’ve reached the maximum number of blocked contacts. To block additional callers, remove a blocked contact in Settings."1
This update is crucial as it ensures that users avoid potential issues with Siri AI performance after upgrading. “If you install iOS 27 without updating to iOS 26.6 first, it may take days before Siri AI can perform as expected,” warns experts. By updating to iOS 26.6 now, users can sidestep these growing pains and ensure a smoother transition to the next version.
Apple has already seeded the 'Release Candidate' (RC) to beta testers, indicating that the final version of iOS 26.6 is imminent. “If testers find no issues with the update, we'll be getting this version of iOS 26.6 imminently,” sources confirm. This proactive approach is recommended for all users to maintain optimal device performance and functionality as they prepare for the upcoming iOS 27 release.
“The new blocked contacts limit feature in iOS 27 beta appears to be user-dependent, with anecdotal reports varying from 5,000 to 20,000 contacts based on early testing from users. The system alert reads: 'Blocked Contacts Limit Reached: You reached the maximum number of blocked contacts. To block additional callers, remove a blocked contact in Settings.'”
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