In extreme cases, you may even find that your device is bricked by the beta, and cannot be used until the next beta comes along and hopefully fixes the problem. In particular, don’t expect existing apps (including ones that you may rely on) to work properly. In other words, don’t expect a perfect user experience. The glitches and problems are why Apple bothers to beta-test iOS in the first place. They are by definition unfinished, and while they should include most or all of the features in the finished product, there will be cosmetic differences and, inevitably, some glitches and problems that will need to be fixed.

To use a different Apple ID for beta access than is used throughout the rest of iOS, open Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates and select the Apple ID at the bottom of the screen.īetas are test versions of upcoming software. Some developers have an Apple ID registered for developer access that is different from the Apple ID associated with their personal Apple account and data. It may take a little time after registering as a developer for the option to appear in Software Updates. Registered developers can choose to get the Public Beta instead by selecting iOS Public Beta in the Software Update screen. You can compare the free and paid accounts here. Sign up to the Apple Developer Program ( here) or through Apple’s Developer App. If you want to sell applications to the App Store you’ll need to pay $99/£79 per year for a paid account.

Download the Apple Developer App from the App Store.

Here’s how to do it via the Apple Developer app:

You can get one via Xcode or the Apple Developer app in iOS. You’ll need to be registered as an Apple developer. Beginning with iOS 17, you don’t need to be in the $99 per year developer program to access the developer beta. IOS 17: How to install the developer beta

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