Apple has released iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 beta 4 to developers. The update has been made available a few weeks after the previous beta update was released.
The new software updates were announced at WWDC 2024 and will contain new features including advanced home screen customization, a revamped control center, enhanced privacy features and a new Passwords app, improvements to Messages and Mail, redesigned Photos app, a new Game Mode, and a bunch of other generative AI features powered by Apple Intelligence.
We are currently downloading and installing the new developer beta updates on our devices. We will update this post once we find any new user-facing features.
Meanwhile, you can read about everything new in iOS 18 beta 3.
FAQs
When will iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 be released to all users?
iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 will be released to the public in September, around the same time when Apple will launch iPhone 16.
What are the new features in iOS 18 and iPadOS 18?
You can check out our coverage of all the new iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 features.
How can you install iOS 18 or iPadOS 18 beta on your device?
To install the developer beta update, you will need an Apple Developer Account which usually costs $99/year. If you sign in with the same account on your iPhone, you should see the option to switch to the developer beta when you go to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates. Alternatively, you can wait for the public beta, which is available for free.
In either case, you can follow the below steps:
- Make sure your device is connected to a stable Wi-Fi network.
- Do a complete iCloud backup of your device.
- Charge your device to at least 50% battery capacity.
- Go to Settings > General > Software Update.
- Tap Download and Install.
- Enter your passcode or use Face ID or Touch ID to authenticate.
- Your device will download and install the update. This may take some time.
- Once the update is complete, your device will restart.
