Apple's Notification Forwarding Feature and Data Transfer Tool: What You Need to Know

Apple recently released the iOS 26.2 software update and the rumour mill is already buzzing with the iOS 26.3. According to a report by MacRumors, the iPhone maker may add a new “Notification Forwarding” setting which will allow incoming notifications on an iPhone to be forwarded to a third-party device.As per the report, a new Notification section will be added under the new “Notification Forwarding” in the Settings app.WhatNotification Forwardingfeature will mean for usersWith the new feature, users will be able to choose to have their device receive notifications only from selected apps rather than all apps, and notifications will include the name of the app and all content contained in the notification, the report says.As per the report, the company is bringing this feature in Europe to relieve regulatory pressure in the region.IPL Auction 2026IPL Auction 2026: Full list of sold and unsold players for all teamsIPL 2026 team and squad List: Updated players for all 10 Teams; who got whomUnder the Digital Markets Act in the European Union, Apple is required to provide third-party smartwatches and other devices with access to notifications and features that are normally reserved for the Apple Watch.In another news, Apple has released iOS 26.3 Beta 1 for developers. The new beta is reported to bring fresh features and better performance. One of the main additions appears to be a built-in tool that lets users move their data from an iPhone to an Android device without needing a separate app.According to MacRumors, users can move photos, messages, apps, passwords, and other information by placing the two phones next to each other.The feature notes mention that some items cannot be transferred, including health data, locked notes, and devices paired over Bluetooth. Google already offers a similar option during Android setup to import data from iOS, but it is not yet clear if Apple’s new tool will provide a better or more complete transfer experience.