During the opening speech of the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024we got a first look at the latest version of macOS, macOS 15, also known as Sequoia.
The update brings the exciting new customization features of iPadOS 18 and iOS 18, as well as iPhone mirroring, iPhone notifications, window tiling, Safari updates, and a new password app. Furthermore, a large part of these functions will be driven by the new Apple Intelligence.
It sounds pretty cool, so it’s no wonder you’re clicking this post to find out exactly when you’ll be able to get your hands on it. Here are the answers.
macOS Sequoia Developer Beta Release Date
The macOS Sequoia developer beta was released the same day it was announced, June 10. Developers use this beta version to test their apps and find out what kinds of things could go wrong. They can also find out how the new features work and start planning their use in their apps.
Getting access to this developer beta used to be tied to a $99-per-year subscription to Apple’s Developer Program, but that’s now a limitation of the past. As of last year, you can get access to the beta by simply signing in with your Apple ID.
Now, just because this means anyone can get their hands on the beta doesn’t mean everyone should. Things can be quite complicated from the start, and dealing with bugs and compatibility issues on your main Mac or MacBook could be problematic.
If you want to play with the beta, it might be smart to install it on a secondary device for now.
macOS Sequoia Public Beta Release Date
Public betas of Apple operating system versions are usually released a few weeks after developer betas. This gives developers, both at Apple and third-party companies, some time to iron out the biggest issues and make things a little more stable.
It’s not ready for final release right now, but it’s a good time to release it to a smaller number of users who can start exploring and finding smaller, less obvious bugs.
Apple hasn’t said anything yet about the exact release date of the macOS Sequoia public beta, but if previous years are anything to go by, it will happen sometime between late June and early July.
To get access to the public beta, you just need to register for Apple’s Beta Software Program, where you can enroll the devices you want to access the beta with. You can also sign up to try other beta versions like iOS 18. If you want to help with testing, it’s probably best to install the beta on a secondary device.
When you find something that doesn’t work as expected, you can let Apple know with the Feedback Assistant. This beta-exclusive feature is located in your Mac’s Dock and can be accessed any time you want.
macOS Sequoia release date
The official and final release of macOS Sequoia should be released sometime in the fall, either in September or October. Apple has not confirmed it yet, but it usually follows a similar schedule to previous years.
We don’t know when Apple will announce the exact date, but for now, it’s important to keep things flexible since developers don’t know what problems they might run into in beta versions.
However, features powered by Apple Intelligence may only be available for newer Apple silicon Macs. We’ll know for sure in the coming months!
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