Apple has opened applications for its 2026 Security Research Device Program, offering researchers completely unlocked iPhone models designed for probing iOS security.Applications are open for Apple's security programThe Security Research
Apple has opened applications for its 2026 Security Research Device Program, offering researchers completely unlocked iPhone models designed for probing iOS security.

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Applications are open for Apple's security program

The Security Research Device Program gives vetted researchers rare access to iPhones designed for hacking. Apple isn't suddenly encouraging jailbreaking, but it is providing a safe, legal channel to test iOS at its deepest layers.

Applications opened in September 2025 and will remain open until October 31. If selected, participants receive a 12-month loan of a specially fused iPhone, along with access to beta software and Apple's lucrative bug bounty program.


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