Apple's iOS 26 Enforces Managed Accounts, Boosts Security in Organizations
Apple has rolled out iOS 26, bringing significant changes to Apple device management in organisations. The update allows administrators to enforce the use of managed Apple accounts on corporate devices, enhancing security and preventing conflicts with personal Apple IDs. This move is set to impact users of Apple devices in educational institutions and businesses.
The new iOS 26 update introduces a feature that prohibits the login of private Apple accounts on corporate endpoints. This means that users will be required to switch to managed Apple accounts, which are created and controlled by administrators. This change aims to resolve conflicts between personal Apple IDs and company accounts, and to provide organisational features.
Apple's Business Manager (ABM) plays a crucial role in this process. It enables administrators to prepare Apple accounts and corporate devices, assign new devices to an MDM system, and distribute app licenses. This ensures a smooth transition to managed accounts and enhances device management.
However, Apple's hardware limits affect iOS 26's support for intelligence features in mobile device management (MDM). These features, such as advanced security and privacy tools, are only available on the iPhone 15 Pro/Pro Max and the entire iPhone 16 series. This means that older devices may not have access to these advanced features.
On the positive side, iOS 26 supports all models from the iPhone 11, including the iPhone SE 2. This ensures that a wide range of devices can benefit from the update's organisational features.
The iOS 26 update is a significant step forward for Apple device management in organisations. It enforces the use of managed Apple accounts, preventing data leakage and reducing support requests. While Apple's hardware limits may impact the availability of intelligence features, the update's support for a wide range of devices ensures that many organisations can benefit from its organisational features.
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