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How to download iOS 18 Public Beta

Published

4 months ago

July 15, 2024

Apple has released the iOS 18 public beta program and you can download the latest test build on your phone to experience the newest features ahead of a full-fledged release.

This new software has new changes in the user interface and functionality segment including the control center, home screen, iMessage, and more. Unlike the developer version, the public beta enables all eligible iPhone users to enroll in this activity. There are no caps or requirements on test slots.

Still, any beta version is an under-development software. You can experience errors or inaccurate features, which may not work properly compared to your existing iOS version. Therefore, it’s important to back up your device before you jump into the public beta enrollment.

You can create a backup using Time Machine and restore it if anything goes wrong during the test session. It’s recommended to install beta on a secondary device, which will keep your data unharmed from any bug or glitch.

After creating a backup, you need to register your Apple ID on the beta portal (here). The registration is simple and won’t take much of the time to complete the process.

Note: You must have a valid Apple ID to register for beta testing. If you do, then sign in and jump to the next step.

Here are the steps to download iOS 18 Public Beta

Open the Settings app > General > Software Update.
Enter Beta Updates
Select iOS 18 Public Beta
Press the back button (top left corner) and come back to the previous menu
The Software Update refresh and pop-up of the OTA update
Tap on Update Now and accept the terms and conditions (tap “Agree”)
The software will start downloading
Once downloaded, the system will begin an auto-installation
You can also tap on Install Now, in case it didn’t begin automatically.

iOS 18 Public Beta Download Instructions

Note: The download and installation may take several minutes.

After installation, the device will show you the lock screen and you can unlock the device to experience the newly added iOS 18.

The public beta is available for 23 devices ranging from the iPhone 15 series to iPhone Xs, Xs Max, XR, and even SE second generation.