Apple Announces Public Betas for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, tvOS 18, HomePod Software 18, and watchOS 11

Apple today announced that public betas of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, tvOS 18, and HomePod Software 18 will be available soon to the members of its Apple Beta Software Program.

The public betas will give users a chance to try out new features and provide feedback before the final versions of the software are released this fall.

To install the public betas, users can sign up for the Apple Beta Software Program and then download the software from Apple's website. It is important to note that public betas are not as stable as final versions of software and may contain bugs, so it is not recommended to install them on devices that are used for critical tasks.

iOS 18 is expected to include several new features, including a redesigned lock screen, new widgets, and improvements to notifications. iPadOS 18 is also expected to include several new features, including a new multitasking system and improved support for external displays. macOS Sequoia is expected to include a new design, new features for productivity, and improvements to performance.

tvOS 18 is expected to include new features for gaming, including support for 120Hz refresh rates. HomePod Software 18 is expected to include new features for multi-room audio and support for Siri Shortcuts. watchOS 11 is expected to include new features for health and fitness, including new watch faces and improvements to theECG app.