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Apple has released the first developer beta of iOS 26.1, the upcoming major update to iOS 26, which was initially launched on September 15 with the Liquid Glass redesign for iPhone. The beta build is 23B5044l, and further updates will be provided as new features and changes are discovered.
Apple has released the third public beta versions of iOS 26 and iPadOS 26, along with a new developer beta, allowing users and developers to test upcoming features.
Apple released the fifth developer beta of iOS 26, focusing mainly on aesthetic updates such as new icons, animations, and UI tweaks, including a toggle for camera mode scroll direction and a larger Low Battery alert for Dynamic Island users. The update also features a new AirDrop icon and a redesigned Macintosh HD icon in macOS 26. Public beta 2 is expected soon, but users are advised to wait for it rather than installing the developer beta due to potential bugs.
Apple has released iOS 26 beta 4, introducing design tweaks, enhanced Apple Intelligence features, and updates to various apps, with a public beta expected soon. The update is available for iPhone 11 and newer models, with older devices continuing to receive security updates. The final release is anticipated in September, following a typical beta cycle.
Apple has released macOS Tahoe 26 beta 3, introducing a new Liquid Glass UI and features like Live Activities, improved Spotlight, a Phone app, Live Translation, and new apps such as Games and Journal. The update is currently available only for Intel Macs due to distribution issues affecting Apple Silicon. Public betas are expected soon, with the focus on bug fixes and under-the-hood improvements. Users are advised to back up before installing.
Apple initially changed the Finder icon in macOS Tahoe 26's first developer beta, flipping its colors, but has reversed this change in the second beta, restoring the original look. The update also includes improvements like a background option for the menu bar and better legibility features in iOS 26.
Apple has released the iOS 26 developer beta, offering early access to major updates like Liquid Glass design, Live Translation, and Call Screening. Compatible with iPhone 11 and newer models, users can install it by signing up on the Apple Developer site and following the update process, but should be cautious as early builds may contain bugs.
Apple released a revised iOS 26 Developer Beta to fix a serious battery issue that could cause iPhones, specifically iPhone 15 and 16 series, to brick by showing a persistent low battery symbol and failing to turn on. The update aims to prevent this problem, which was present in the initial beta release, and is part of Apple's broader iOS 26 development process, with a public beta expected in July and a stable release in September alongside the iPhone 17 launch.
Apple released a revised iOS 26 developer beta for iPhone 15 and 16 models, possibly fixing critical bugs. The update introduces the new Liquid Glass design and numerous features across iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, watchOS, and visionOS, with a public beta expected in July and a full release in September.
Apple has released the iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 developer betas, accessible to everyone for free, with new features like Liquid Glass, improved windowing for iPad, and updates to Messages and AI access. To install, users must sign up for the beta, enable Developer Mode, and download the update through Settings, with a warning that beta software may be unstable.
Apple released the first developer beta of iOS 26 after WWDC 2025, featuring new default wallpapers and updates to CarPlay, Apple Music, Maps, Wallet, and more, with options to download the new wallpapers for your device.
Apple is expected to release iOS 18 developer beta 2 around June 26 or 27, following the pattern of previous years where the second beta arrives 16-18 days after the first. The new beta is anticipated to bring several enhancements and tweaks to the features introduced in beta 1.
The release of iOS 17.4.1 brought security fixes and improved battery life for some users, but anticipation is building for the imminent arrival of iOS 17.5, with rumors suggesting a developer beta release as soon as this week. The update is expected to include changes related to the Digital Markets Act in the EU, allowing users to download apps from developers' websites. Speculation points to a general release in the first week of May, possibly coinciding with the launch of new iPads.
Apple has released the second developer beta of visionOS 1.1, offering improvements to Personas, MDM support, and the ability to reset Vision Pro without a password. Users can enroll in the developer beta program by following specific steps in the Settings app, and the update should be available for download after completion.
Apple has released the third betas of iOS 17.4 and iPadOS 17.4 to developers, introducing significant changes for the European Union, including alternative app marketplaces, payment systems, and NFC access for banks. The updates also allow cloud gaming apps, new emoji characters, transcripts for podcasts, SharePlay with the HomePod, and more. Additionally, preparations for the launch of next-generation CarPlay and upcoming Apple product releases are expected.