Apple, the first of the new operating system versions announced after the WWDC 2025 presentation Developer Beta published versions. iOS 26, iPados 26, Watchos 26, tvos 26, Visionos 26 And MacOS Tahoe Versions can now be downloaded only by users registered to the developer program. These early versions have been accessed for users who want to try the first examples of new features.
As of 2023, Apple had a significant change in access to developer bets. You no longer need to have a paid Apple Developer Account to download and install these versions. Only with Apple identity Apple Beta Software ProgramIt is enough to register for. In this way, a wider audience can test system updates in the early period.
To install bets on the related device Settings> General> Software Update> Beta Updates You need to watch your way. The installation process can be started by selecting the relevant version here. The installation process on the iOS side has been kept quite simple, but it should be remembered that this process has some risks.
iOS 26 and other versions come with limited features in the first place
These first beta versions published by Apple do not include all the innovations introduced in the WWDC presentation. It is known that some functions were left to subsequent beta versions and some will be postponed to the stable version. In addition, performance problems, increase in battery consumption and implementation mismatch are among the problems that can be seen in these test versions.
Therefore, it is not recommended to use betas on primary devices. It is particularly important to make data backup before installing devices used actively in daily use such as iPhone or iPad. Otherwise, data losses may be difficult to return. iCloud or local backup tools provide basic assurance at this point.
The aim of the developer bets is targeting users who want to contribute to the test process rather than the end user. Participants in this process can notify Apple the problems they face in the system, and these feedbacks are effective in shaping the next beta versions. Such contributions made during the beta process contribute to the more stable of the final version.
In any case, it is not possible to make definite evaluations on these first versions. Some innovations made in terms of both interface and features will be more clearly in subsequent beta versions. Apple plans to present it to a wide audience in July Open to everyone versions can offer a more stable and comprehensive experience.
In this process, Apple first develops the two -stage test system progressing through developers and then general users. It was observed in previous beta periods, which gave effective results in terms of both software stability and hardware compatibility. A similar plan is followed in new versions.