Apple has seeded release candidate versions of watchOS 26.4, tvOS 26.4, and visionOS 26.4 for testing, marking the final step before public rollouts. These updates, available via Settings apps, follow the fourth beta releases and prioritize stability fixes. Public beta testers can access watchOS and tvOS 26.4, while visionOS 26.4 remains developer-exclusive.

watchOS 26.4 introduces an Average Bedtime metric to its sleep tracking features, syncing with the Health app to analyze how bedtime habits affect sleep quality. tvOS 26.4 removes outdated iTunes Movies and iTunes TV Shows apps from Apple TV, consolidating media purchases into the main Apple TV app. The update also adds a Continuous Audio Connection option for HDMI output, improving audio reliability.

visionOS 26.4 introduces foveated streaming, a technique that directs high-quality video to the user’s gaze point while compressing peripheral areas, reducing latency and bandwidth use. This optimization could enhance performance for Apple Vision Pro users.

These updates reflect Apple’s focus on refining core functionality and phasing out deprecated features. With iTunes apps retiring and visionOS optimizations, the company is streamlining its ecosystem ahead of broader 2026 releases.