Evidence45%Reported
FactConfirmedProduct·April 12, 2026
iOS 26.4 Bug Locks Users Out of iPhones by Removing Czech Keyboard Character from Passcode Entry
An iOS 26.4 update removed the háček character from the lock-screen Czech keyboard, preventing users with alphanumeric passcodes containing the character from accessing their iPhones, with Apple support offering only a full device restore as a solution.
Evidence Strength
Evidence45%Reported
Based on original reporting
Single publisher source
Insights
First tracked
April 12, 2026
Last updated
April 12, 2026
Sources
1 source
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Apple update looks like Czech mate for locked-out iPhone userTheregister·Apr 12
Evidence Strength
Evidence45%Reported
Based on original reporting
Single publisher source
Insights
First tracked
April 12, 2026
Last updated
April 12, 2026
Sources
1 source
Related Developments
Apple Faces Legal Issue Over Planned Halide-Inspired Camera Features for iPhone 18 ProApple Leadership Welcomes Artemis II Crew in 'Shot on iPhone' Campaign Tie-InDigital Trends: iPhone Fold Pricing Above $2,000 Could Make or Break Product LineupAmerican Airlines Adds Support for iOS 26 Enhanced Wallet Boarding PassesApple's Foldable iPhone Back on Track for September 2026 Launch After Brief Delay Concerns