42Gears MDM Solution Delivers Zero-Day Readiness for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26

Each year, Apple reshapes the digital world with its annual OS release—and 2025 is no exception. With Apple’s naming jump from OS 18 to straight to OS 26 (to align versions with calendar years and streamline updates), plus the debut of the ultra-thin iPhone Air, IT teams have a lot to prepare. Organizations need a reliable MDM solution for iOS 26 that’s ready from day one. That’s where 42Gears steps in.

We are thrilled to announce that SureMDM, along with our full suite of Apple device management tools, offers iOS 26 zero-day readiness for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, and tvOS 26. What does that mean for your IT team? Seamless upgrades, uninterrupted controls, and peace of mind.

Why Zero-Day Readiness Matters for Enterprises

Apple updates often introduce new Features, APIs, security settings, and configuration tools—yet such changes can disrupt MDM workflows. Zero-day readiness ensures that when OS 26 arrives, all SureMDM capabilities remain intact:

• Upgrade enrolled devices to OS 26 or seamlessly enroll new devices running OS 26
• All existing policies remain fully compatible with OS 26
• Use the SureMDM OS Updates feature to move devices to the latest version with ease
• Full compatibility from day one

This protects productivity, security, and your user experience.

WWDC 2025: Apple’s Vision and MDM Evolution

To get a full picture of the Apple updates that underpin our readiness, check out the WWDC 2025 recap: [WWDC 2025 Recap: Apple Device Management and Apple OS Highlights]. This blog dives into the new “Liquid Glass” design language, streamlined Apple ID controls, upgraded Inventory APIs, simplified enrollment, and Declarative Device Management (DDM)—all the enhancements that SureMDM will plan to support across future releases.

How SureMDM Prepared for OS 26

• Early Beta Testing
  We have thoroughly tested and validated the beta versions of OS 26 to ensure compatibility and zero-day readiness. Once Apple rolls out the public release of OS 26, we will perform additional validation to confirm that all features, policies, and workflows function smoothly without disruption. 
• Agent Updates Ready
  Our current Console version and SureMDM agent are fully compatible with OS 26. For iOS devices, we recommend upgrading to the 4.81v agent, while macOS users should update to the latest available version for optimal performance.
• No Re-Provisioning Needed
  Policies, app deployments, and configurations continue without re-enrollment—just as users have come to expect.

What This Means for You

Benefit	Impact
Smooth Upgrades	Deploy OS 26 updates seamlessly—no policy gaps, no lag in enforcement.
Consistent Experience	Maintain device and app continuity during and after upgrades.
Ready for New Features	Add support for new MDM features related to OS 26 in future releases.
Future-Proofing	Stay ahead of the curve — with Apple aligning versioning to the calendar year, presenting a predictable update cycle.

In Summary

iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26 are here—and with them come major leaps in design, functionality, and performance. 42Gears continues its tradition of delivering iOS 26 zero-day readiness. Organizations prepared for iOS 26 can update enrolled devices now and start enrolling new ones without delay.For those not preferring to upgrade immediately, OS deferral restrictions can be applied to postpone the update until they’re ready.Looking for a future-proof MDM solution for iOS 26 and beyond? With 42Gears, your devices stay seamlessly managed from upgrade day onward.