Only a few days after giving developers their first look at the next version of the iPhone’s operating system, Apple has now released the iOS 18.4 public beta for anyone to install on their device. This beta brings new Apple Intelligence features to the masses, and not just early adopters. However, you can download it before then.
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First, does your iPhone even support iOS 18.4?
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How to download the iOS 18.4 public beta on your iPhone
Now that you’ve backed up your phone, you can download the iOS 18.4 public beta. Here’s what you need to do:
1. On your iPhone, go to the Apple Beta Software Program website and sign in (if you’re already a member) or sign up for the program. You need an Apple ID of course. If you’re signing up for the first time, follow the prompts.
2. Next, tap the iOS tab and you should see more information about the iOS 18.4 public beta.
3. Under Get Started, hit the blue enroll your iOS device link.
4. Now go to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates and choose iOS 18 Public Beta.
5. Finally, go to Settings > General > Software Update and install the iOS 18.4 public beta.