Apple will release public beta versions of iOS 26 and other operating systems this week
By ForGeeks
Public beta versions of Apple’s new operating systems could become available as early as July 23. That’s according to leaked build numbers published by an anonymous source with a verified reputation.
Build numbers point to imminent release
An anonymous account at X, which has previously repeatedly published accurate data about Apple’s software product builds, today revealed the fourth beta numbers for developers of several of the company’s operating systems:
- iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 beta 4 – 23A5297i
- macOS 26 beta 4 – 25A5316i
- tvOS 26 and HomePod Software 26 beta 4 – 23J5316g
- watchOS 26 beta 4 – 23R5317g
- visionOS 26 beta 4 – 23M5300g
Traditionally, this source publishes the numbers one day before the official release. Consequently, the fourth developer betas are expected on July 22. And as early as July 23, according to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, Apple is likely to unveil the first public betas of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, and other systems.
And as early as July 23, Apple is likely to unveil the first public betas of iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, and other systems.
At the same time, Apple’s website notes that no public beta version of visionOS 26 will be released.
macOS 26 appeared ahead of schedule
Earlier today, Apple mistakenly opened up access to the public beta of macOS 26 to a portion of users. The build turned out to be identical to the fourth developer version, 25A5316i. This confirms the assumption that future public versions of the OS will match the fourth beta builds.
The company had previously said that public betas would become available in July, but didn’t give specific dates. Now, based on the leaks and Apple’s actions, a release is expected in the coming days.
According to the leaks and Apple’s actions, the release is expected in the next few days.
Beta firmware will come out for AirPods
And Apple plans to release a public beta version of new firmware for the AirPods headphones. This will be the first large-scale testing of updated software for this class of devices.
And Apple is also planning to release a public beta of the new firmware for the AirPods.
Anyone can sign up for the Apple Beta Software Program for free and get access to the public beta. It’s recommended to back up your data before installing – beta builds may contain bugs.
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