Apple Releases iOS 26 Public Beta
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Apple has confirmed iOS 26’s public launch this fall, following the release of beta 4 to developers and testers with major UI and Apple Intelligence updates.
To install the public beta, you'll need to enroll your Apple Account in the Apple Beta Software Program. Once you do, open Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates. Choose "iOS 26 Public Beta," then tap Back. iOS will load the beta, and you'll be able to hit Update Now when it's ready.
After that, navigate to Settings > General > Software Update on your compatible iPhone, and choose “iOS 26 public beta”. You should then see the option to download and install the beta software. You can read about our first experiences with iOS 26 here.
OS 26 with liquid glass design is getting a public beta version that will be accessible by the masses. However, if you have an iPhone older than iPhone 11 then the update will not be available for you.