iPhone and iPad approved to handle classified NATO information without any third-party add-on solutions

Apple's iPhone and iPad are the first consumer devices approved to handle classified NATO information without needing any third-party security add-ons.

Apple Scores Major Win: Your iPhone Is Now Secure Enough For Classified Secrets

Apple has just announced that the iPhone and iPad are the only consumer devices cleared for use with classified information by NATO.

iPhone and iPad approved by NATO for up to “restricted” level of classified data - 'a level of government certification no other consumer mobile device has met'

Apple has confirmed iPhones and iPads running iOS/iPadOS 26 and later have been approved to handle classified information up to NATO Restricted level – the first time any consumer devices have been rated to such an extreme.

Tim Cook announces Apple product launches starting March 2; new iPhone, iPad, and Mac updates anticipated

Apple is expected to spread its announcements across several days, building toward a media event likely on Wednesday, March 4.