Apple has started rolling out the first beta of iOS 26.3, just days after releasing iOS 26.2 to the public. The new beta introduces several changes, most notably a built-in tool to move data from an iPhone to an Android device and expanded notification support for third-party wearables.
This is the first time we are getting a built-in data transfer tool to move between Apple and Android devices.
The new native tool allows users to move apps, photos, contacts, messages, and other data directly from an iPhone to an Android device. To begin the transfer, both devices need to be connected to the same wireless network.
Unlike previous solutions, this feature is integrated directly into iOS and does not require users to download any separate apps.
Another major change in iOS 26.3 is the introduction of Notification Forwarding, though the feature is currently limited to users in the European Union. It allows third-party wearables to receive notifications from an iPhone.
Users can enable the feature by navigating to Settings, then Notifications, and selecting Notification Forwarding. Once enabled, users can choose which apps are allowed to send notifications to their wearable device.
The feature only supports a single device at a time. If an Apple Watch is already connected to the iPhone, notification forwarding to a third-party wearable will not be available. Apple introduced this change in response to the European Union’s Digital Markets Act, which requires broader access to core iOS system features.
iOS 26.3 Beta 1 also updates the Weather wallpaper experience. The wallpaper now appears in its own dedicated section within the Lock Screen customization menu, making it easier to find and manage.
Apple is expected to release the final version of iOS 26.3 in January.
