Apple iOS 26 beta 7 brings back blood oxygen

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Apple has rolled out iOS 26 Beta 7 for developers. The update brings key improvements and feature updates for iPhone users testing the latest software. New features in iOS 26 Beta 7: Blood Oxygen Measurement returns in the U.S.The feature, previously disabled due to a patent dispute with Masimo, is now back. It works with Apple Watch Series 9, Series 10,…

Apple has rolled out iOS 26 Beta 7 for developers.
The update brings key improvements and feature updates for iPhone users testing the latest software.
New features in iOS 26 Beta 7: Blood Oxygen Measurement returns in the U.S.The feature, previously disabled due to a patent dispute with Masimo, is now back.

Apple has rolled out iOS 26 Beta 7 for developers. The update brings key improvements and feature updates for iPhone users testing the latest software.

New features in iOS 26 Beta 7:

Blood Oxygen Measurement returns in the U.S.
The feature, previously disabled due to a patent dispute with Masimo, is now back. It works with Apple Watch Series 9, Series 10, and Apple Watch Ultra 2.
Adaptive Power Notifications toggle
Users can now choose if they want to be notified when iOS adjusts performance to save battery. This can be found in Settings > Battery > Power Mode.
Messages Draft Filter
A new filter in the Messages app lets you view all draft messages by tapping the three-line icon in the upper right.
Bug fix for screenshots
A glitch that made screenshots appear too dark has been resolved.

Apple notes that this is still a developer beta. Users should back up their devices before installing, as bugs and performance issues may still occur.

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