Apple says UK age verification message in iOS 26.4 beta 2 was a bug
Summary
Apple has clarified that an age verification prompt seen by some UK users after installing iOS 26.4 beta 2 was displayed in error. The company is addressing the issue to ensure a smoother user experience moving forward.
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Was the age verification prompt in iOS 26.4 beta 2 a deliberate feature or a mistake?
The prompt was displayed in error to some UK users on iOS 26.4 beta 2 and has been fixed by Apple, who confirmed it was not intended at this stage.
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Why did some UK users see an age verification prompt after installing iOS 26.4 beta 2?
The prompt relates to the UK's Online Safety Act requiring age verification for 18+ apps, using Apple ID data like payment methods or account age; it appeared mistakenly in the beta and does not affect Safari or the entire iPhone.