iOS 18 beta 2: Here’s everything that’s new

iOS 18 beta 2 has been officially released to developers. The update, which arrives two weeks after the initial beta, includes some big new features. Head below for a round-up of what’s new in iOS 18 beta 2.

iOS 18 is currently available to developer beta testers, with a public beta expected in July and a general release planned for September. Please note that during the early beta phases, changes and improvements may be unpredictable. This means that something that works in iOS 18 beta 1 may not work properly in iOS 18 beta 2. As always, be careful.

Additionally, the second beta of a major iOS update is usually the least exciting because Apple hasn’t had much time to address major concerns and feedback yet. In fact, iOS 18 beta 2 was probably compiled less than a week after WWDC. iOS 18 beta 3 is likely to be a more interesting update with significant changes and features.

iOS beta 2: New features and changes

• The big change in iOS 18 beta 2 is the iPhone Mirroring feature is now available. You’ll need a Mac running macOS Sequoia beta 2, and then you’ll be able to mirror your iPhone’s screen directly to your Mac. This includes notifications, gestures for navigation and more.

• iOS 18 beta 2 also adds support for new SharePlay screen sharing features, including the ability to take over and control another person’s screen.
• In iPad 18 beta 2, Apple extended the changes made in the European Union in response to DMA to iPad. These include support for alternative browser engines, app markets, and more.
• A new version of the App Store icon in dark mode is available:

• In the Settings app, in the “Messages” section, there is a new toggle for “RCS Messages”. This seems to be enabled by default, but RCS doesn’t seem to be working yet.

• In the Passwords app, there is a new “+” icon in the lower right corner that allows you to easily add new logins to the app. Previously, this button was only found in the “All” menu of the application.

Have you noticed any changes in today’s version of iOS 18 beta 2 or iPadOS 18 beta 2? Let us know in the comments below at Twitter @9to5Macand in @9to5Mac threads. Stay tuned for full hands-on coverage of new releases here at 9 to 5Mac today and for the rest of the week.