Apple has today rolled out the iOS 26 Developer Preview Beta 9 update, featuring an internal build number 23A5336a. This release deviates from Apple's established practice since iOS 13, which typically involves the release of up to eight beta versions prior to the official launch. It signifies the first occasion since iOS 12 in 2018 that Apple has opted to introduce a ninth beta update. From iOS 13 through to iOS 18, Apple's update schedule has remained relatively consistent.