Here’s when you can expect it

It’s been almost a month since Apple began beta testing iOS 18 with developers. This upcoming operating system update will bring several new features, including major changes to the foundations of the iPhone OS with a redesign of the Home screen, Lock screen, Control Center, and more.

The official release is coming in September and users are wondering when Apple will release the public beta of iOS 18. While we have no confirmation from Apple, here is when you can expect it.

When does Apple typically release the first public beta of iOS?

In previous years, Apple has typically released a large public beta of iOS right after releasing version 3 to developers. Here’s when that happened:

• iOS 17 public beta was released on July 12, 2023.
• iOS 16 Public Beta was released on July 11, 2022.
• iOS 15 public beta was released on June 30, 2021.
• iOS 14 public beta was released on July 9, 2020.

Other than the iOS 15 public beta that was released in late June, Apple typically releases its first public beta in mid-July. With that in mind, it’s safe to say that the iOS 18 public beta is just around the corner.

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However, it is not known exactly when the company will launch the public beta of iOS 18. If Apple follows this trend, iOS 18 beta 3 should be made available to developers next week.

If all goes well, the public beta should be available next week. The release date of the first public beta of iOS 18 is expected to be between July 15 and July 18.

How to Download iOS 18 Public Beta

Fortunately, as soon as iOS 18 public beta is available, it will be easy to download. First, you need to register your Apple ID in the Apple Beta Software Program. Then, follow these steps:

• On your iPhone, open the Settings app
• Click General and Software Update
• Click Beta Updates and enable the iOS 18 public beta when it becomes available

Supported Devices

With iOS 17, Apple dropped the iPhone 8 and iPhone X models from its lineup. With iOS 18, Apple continues to offer support for the same iPhone models:

• iPhone XR, XS and XS Max
• iPhone 11
• iPhone 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max
• iPhone SE (2nd generation)
• iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12
• iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max
• iPhone 13 mini and iPhone 13
• iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max
• iPhone SE (3rd generation)
• iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus
• iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max
• iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus
• iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max

If Apple announces a release date, BGR we’ll make sure to update this article with the latest information. In the meantime, we have a guide that will teach you how to download the iOS 18 developer beta.