Apple has released the public beta version of its operating systems for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11 and tvOS 18. The updates include new features and improvements that users with supported devices can now test on their Apple devices.
If you are eagerly awaiting the arrival of Apple Intelligence, I have to disappoint you in advance. Even though Apple’s AI will make its way into Siri and the system with the arrival of iOS 18, here in Europe we won’t be able to try it at least this year thanks to strict legislation. Even so, the new version offers a number of novelties for owners of Apple devices.
After all, people living in other continents are also currently wondering, as the advanced functions of Apple Intelligence are not yet available in beta versions. Apple plans to release them in the fall for iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, Macs and iPads with an M1 processor or higher.
The iOS 18 beta brings significant changes, including support for RCS messages and new home screen customization options (finally?). Users can place apps anywhere and apply shades to icons and widgets. Also new is the redesigned Photos app, Control Center, and dark icon modes. iPadOS 18 includes similar improvements and adds a new native Calculator app for iPad.
WatchOS 11 beta includes new features such as rest days and the Apple Vitals app for monitoring nighttime health. The new version of macOS Sequoia allows you to mirror your iPhone to your Mac screen. TvOS 18 beta adds an Amazon X-Ray-like InSight feature for content on Apple TV Plus.
What devices will get the new system?
As is customary with Apple, a new version of the operating system comes to new and retroactively to older devices. Here is a list of all the devices that you can expect to update to the new version of the operating system.
iOS 18:
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iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro a 15 Pro Max
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iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro a 14 Pro Max
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iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro a 13 Pro Max
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iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro a 12 Pro Max
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iPhone 11, 11 Pro a 11 Pro Max
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iPhone XS, XS Max a iPhone XR
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iPhone SE (2nd generation and later)
iPadOS 18:
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iPad Pro (M4)
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iPad Pro 12.9″ (3rd generation and later)
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iPad Pro 11″ (1st generation and later)
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iPad Air (M2)
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iPad Air (3rd generation and later)
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iPad (7th generation and later)
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iPad mini (5th generation and later)
macOS Sequoia:
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iMac (2019 and newer)
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iMac Pro (2017 and newer)
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Mac Studio (2022 and later)
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Mac mini (2018 and later)
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Mac Pro (2019 and later)
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MacBook Air (2020 and newer)
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MacBook Pro (2018 and newer)
watchOS 11:
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Apple Watch SE (2nd generation)
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Apple Watch Series 6/7/8/9
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Apple Watch Ultra a Ultra 2
WatchOS 11 will require an iPhone XS or later with iOS 18. Also, be aware of the inability to roll back to the stable version on the Apple Watch if you decide to try the beta version. So don’t update your Apple Watch if you just want to try the beta version and go back to the stable version. You will have to wait until autumn for this.
Those interested in beta testing can register to Apple beta program and find installation instructions on the company’s website.
Source: www.cnews.cz
