Apple has released beta versions of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, and tvOS 18. These new versions will include Apple Intelligence AI features and an improved Siri experience in future updates. However, these features will only be available on compatible devices. For now, the betas bring useful but less exciting features to a variety of Apple devices.
Innovations coming with iOS 18 public beta version
The iOS 18 public beta includes significant updates to the way the iPhone software works, including support for RCS messaging and new customization options that let users place apps wherever they want on their home screen or apply a color tint to icons and widgets. It also includes a new layout for the Photos app, a more customizable Control Center, and dark mode icons. The iPadOS 18 beta includes similar updates, adding a native Calculator app to the iPad.
Apple Intelligence features that are currently missing from iOS 18 will be available in software betas coming this fall. These features will be limited to iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models, and Mac and iPad devices with M1 and later. Apple has not announced these features for other platforms, so devices like the Apple Watch will miss out on these new features for now.
Public beta versions for other Apple devices
The new watchOS 11 beta adds features like the Apple Vitals app, where you can quickly view your rest days and nightly health data. For Mac users, the Sequoia beta adds the ability to mirror your iPhone screen and other improvements. The tvOS 18 beta includes the Amazon X-Ray-like InSight feature for Apple TV Plus content.
Things to consider before installing public betas
As a note, while you can revert most devices to a stable and current OS version, there is no rollback for the Apple Watch. After installing the beta, you will need to wait until the stable version is released. Therefore, you should think twice before installing the beta on your Apple Watch. You can enroll in the Apple beta program to try out iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and other betas. Visit Apple’s website for setup instructions for each device.