26.2 installed without my permission on iphone 17 Pro Max

I had automatic updates OFF, but Download On. Automatic System Files On. Yet, I woke up this morning with 26.2 installed on my phone without my permission. I did not accept any install prompts.

Posted on Jan 18, 2026 4:03 AM

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Jan 18, 2026 4:15 AM in response to KennaOkoye

Hi, this is not Apple Support. Apple and Apple Support do not participate here. Everyone posting and commenting are fellow Apple users, just like you. Not sure what might have triggered the upgrade, Apple Support might have more information on the matter.


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