Find out how to participate in Apple’s beta program and access iOS 18 before everyone else

In this article we are going to tell you how to install the iOS 18 beta when it comes out on Keynote day

iOS 18 is about to be presented and, when Apple announces a new version of its operating system, we all want to try it before its official launch. Fortunately, we don’t have to wait until September, since Apple offers a beta program for both developers and public testersthe first being those who have access on the same day as WWDC 2024.

That is why in this article we are going to tell you thatWhat is the beta program and what has to be done to install the iOS 18 beta on the day of WWDC. Along the way, we will teach you how to be part of the public beta, if you can wait a few weeks and prefer something more stable. That said, you will find all the information below.

What is the Apple Beta Program

He Apple beta program allows both developers and non-developers to test developing versions of Apple operating systems to help report bugs. For some time now, it has been free, so both versions can be installed at no cost.

It must be taken into account that both in the developer and public betas, we will be testing unstable software, so it is advisable to have a backup copy in case we want to delete it. Therefore, it is also recommended to test beta versions on devices other than our main ones.

What is the difference between public and developer beta?

The Developer beta is intended for developers to verify that their applications are compatible with the new operating system, in addition to testing its functions. The plus point of this version is that it is available Keynote day and it can be installed without being a developer, just having a developer account.

On the other hand, we have the public beta, which comes out a few weeks later. This version is much more stable because it is intended for the general public. It is always safer to try this beta than the developer beta, but you have to wait a little longer to do it.

When is the iOS 18 beta released?

As we have told you, the first beta of iOS 18 for developers will be released on the same day as WWDC 2024, that is, June 10. Once the Keynote is over, Apple always launches the first betas of the systems that have been presented.

On the other hand, public beta launches later, because it has to be adapted so that the public can try it. In this case, the iOS 18 beta will be released in mid-July.

How to get a free developer account and access the iOS 18 beta

1. On an iPhone, we download the Apple Developer application from the App Store.
2. We open the app and tap on Account.
3. We select Sign in.
4. We log in using our usual Apple ID.
5. Once we have logged into the Developer application, we can now go to the Settings > General > Software Update app on our iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch or Mac and we will see beta updates as an option.

How to install the iOS 18 public beta

In order to enjoy the public betas, we have to access Apple’s Beta Software Program. Once on the website, we tap to register, log in with our Apple ID and follow all the steps. As in previous cases, in the Software Update section we will have to choose the public beta version.

You already know everything about betas, both what the program is, when the new betas come out and the difference between the two.. Now the only thing we can do is wait for Apple to present iOS 18 with its new AI functions, the renewal of Siri, the personalization of the home screen or the new features in the Control Center or the Settings app.

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