Apple's iOS 18 Public Beta Is Now Available For Download; Here Is The Installation Guide

Users can download and install the new iOS 18 public beta on supported Apple products.

iOS 18 update Edited by Updated: Jul 16, 2024, 1:50 pm
Apple's iOS 18 Public Beta Is Now Available For Download; Here Is The Installation Guide

The much-awaited Apple Intelligence is not available in the new update as it is anticipated to roll out during the Apple event in September.

The most anticipated iOS update on Apple devices is now available with a barrage of new features. Users can download and install the new iOS 18 public beta on supported iPhones. The company has notified the users that the beta release may contain bugs and similar software issues when it is updated on the primary devices. It is recommended to back up data before someone proceeds to download the new public bet iOS version to avoid potential errors.

The new iOS 18 update is available on selected models such as Phone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone SE 2nd generation.

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Here is how you install the iOS 18 public beta on your Apple device:

  • You need an Apple ID
  • Go to the link beta.apple.com and register your Apple ID
  • Open the settings app on your phone and click general
  • Click on software update
  • Search for the iOS public beta in the update section and click ‘update now.’
  • The update consists of almost a 7 GB run.
  • When you download the software tap on ‘Install Now’ and wait for the device to restart
  • Voila! iOS 18 is ready to use

 

The much-awaited Apple Intelligence is not available in the new update as it is anticipated to roll out during the Apple event in September. However, there will be significant changes after installation that the user might notice the redesigned Control Centre introduces a new group of controls accessible with a swipe-up gesture, showing connected home devices and allowing for quick control customisation. Controls are also accessible from the lock screen, and the Action Button can invoke these controls.

Also, read the listed features of the iOS 18 update: Apple Kicks Off WWDC Conference: Here Are The Key Takeaways.