Users can now obtain the public beta versions of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS Tahoe for their iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers.
Apple Opens Public Beta Testing for New Operating Systems
Apple has announced that the final versions of its new operating systems, including iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26, are expected to launch this fall, around the iPhone 17 unveiling in September. Before the official release, the public can participate in the Apple Beta Software Program to test these new systems.
The Apple Beta Software Program is free to join and allows users to gain early access to new features, while also providing feedback to Apple to help identify bugs and improve the software. To sign up and start testing, users need to visit the official Apple Beta Software Program website (beta.apple.com) and sign in with their Apple ID, using the same ID as on their devices they plan to test.
Once enrolled, users can download and install the beta profile specific to each operating system. It's essential to back up their devices before installing the beta software to safeguard their data in case of issues. Public betas are intended for non-developers and offer an experience similar to developer betas, but with less risk. However, bugs and instability can still occur.
Apple recently opened public beta testing for all v.26 operating systems, including macOS Tahoe, iOS 26, iPadOS 26, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26. The public betas for these systems, including iOS 26 Public Beta 4 and further macOS and iPadOS public betas, are available now, typically ahead of the expected September official launch.
Users should be aware that these public betas are still beta systems, which means they may contain bugs that could affect the performance of their devices. It's recommended to run these betas on secondary or non-critical devices when possible.
So, if you're eager to get a sneak peek at Apple's upcoming operating systems, sign up at beta.apple.com with your Apple ID, back up your device, download and install the beta profile, and start testing iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26 public betas.
Prepare to explore the future of Apple technology by testing the public betas of the new operating systems, such as iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, watchOS 26, and tvOS 26. To do so, head over to beta.apple.com, sign in with your Apple ID, backup your device, and download the appropriate beta profile to gain early access to these cutting-edge smartphone, tablet, and gadget systems.
