Apple Releases iOS 18 Developer Beta

New Features and Improvements

Apple has released the first developer beta of iOS 18, bringing new features and improvements to the operating system. The beta is available to developers through the Apple Developer Portal.

How to Download the Beta

To download the iOS 18 developer beta, follow these steps:

1. On your iPhone or iPad, open the Settings app and go to the "General" page.
2. Tap on "Software Update" and then tap on the "Download and Install" button.
3. The iOS 18 beta should now begin downloading.

What's New in iOS 18

iOS 18 includes a number of new features and improvements, including:

• A new Lock Screen with customizable widgets
• A new Focus mode that lets you filter out notifications and distractions
• Improvements to Messages, including the ability to edit and unsend messages
• A new Mail app with improved search and organization
• New features for Safari, including tab groups and a new start page

Known Issues

The iOS 18 developer beta is still in early development, so there are some known issues. These include:

• Some apps may not work properly
• Battery life may be reduced
• Data may be lost if you restore your device to a previous version of iOS

Feedback

Apple encourages developers to provide feedback on the iOS 18 developer beta. Feedback can be submitted through the Apple Developer Portal.