Apple has released iOS 26 Public Beta 4 for the iPhone

Apple has unveiled the fourth public beta of iOS 26. The update was released at the same time as iPadOS 26 and macOS 26, bringing the release of the final version of the system closer to next month.
What’s new in iOS 26 Public Beta 4
The update became available on Monday, a week after the third public beta was released. iOS 26 Public Beta 4 fixes bugs and incorporates changes that previously appeared in the seventh version of the iOS 26 development build.
Apple traditionally releases major updates to iOS, macOS, iPadOS, and watchOS in September. Public beta builds allow users to test new features in advance and help the company make final tweaks to the system before the official release.
The launch of iOS 26 will coincide with the release of the iPhone 17
The release of the final version of iOS 26 is expected to take place in September and coincide with the launch of the new iPhone 17. That way, users will be able to experience the new features along with the next generation of Apple’s smartphones.
The release of the final version of iOS 26 is expected to coincide with the launch of the new iPhone 17.
How to Install iOS 26 Public Beta
You can try iOS 26 Public Beta 4 now. Just sign up for Apple’s testing program and download the firmware through your device’s settings. Experts advise installing beta versions only on spare smartphones, and be sure to back up your data to avoid losing information in case of errors.