iOS 18 Public beta now available: Here's how to install it on your iPhone right now

After a few developer beta releases, Apple has finally released the public beta of its iOS 18 operating system. This one is for those who want to try out the new OS before it arrives as a stable release alongside the new iPhones in September. The latest operating system is supported on more than 20 devices. It brings a host of features such as lock screen customization, the ability to lock apps, and and more. Let’s see how you can install the iOS 18 public beta and what all devices are eligible. Also Read: Downloaded iOS 26? Try Out These 7 Features On Your iPhone Now

How to install iOS 18 Public beta

Step 1: Sign up for the beta program on beta.apple.com. This is Apple’s beta update website where you first need to enroll for the beta program. Also Read: iPhone 17 Series To Arrive At Your Door In Just 10 Minutes Via Blinkit

Step 2: Now, tap on Sign up, enter your Apple ID/Password, and continue to sign up for the beta program.

Step 3: Once enrolled for the beta program, head to Settings on your eligible iPhone.

Step 4: Tap on General > Software Update. Then tap on Beta Updates and select iOS 18 Public Beta.

Step 5: Now, head back to the Software Update page and wait for the update to appear. Once it appears, install it by entering your passcode. Do not forget to take a backup of your device before you install the update as it’s public beta, which means it may have some bugs. Some banking apps may not work on the beta update.

That’s how you can easily install the iOS 18 Public beta update on your eligible iPhone. But how to see if your device is eligible? Don’t fret as we have compiled a list of eligible devices below.

Eligible devices for iOS 18 Public Beta

Following are all the devices eligible to run iOS 18 Public beta.

– iPhone 15

– iPhone 15 Plus

– iPhone 15 Pro

– iPhone 15 Pro Max

– iPhone 14

– iPhone 14 Plus

– iPhone 14 Pro

– iPhone 14 Pro Max

– iPhone 13

– iPhone 13 mini

– iPhone 13 Pro

– iPhone 13 Pro Max

– iPhone 12

– iPhone 12 mini

– iPhone 12 Pro

– iPhone 12 Pro Max

– iPhone 11

– iPhone 11 Pro

– iPhone 11 Pro Max

– iPhone XS

– iPhone XS Max

– iPhone XR

– iPhone SE (2nd generation or later)

The iOS 18 Public beta brings a host of features such as the ability to lock apps and place them anywhere on the home screen. Users can also hide apps. Further, the Control Center on the phone has also been revamped and is customizable. Apple has also updated the Safari browser and has enabled RCS support for Messaging. The Photos app also has been updated with a new UI that shows more of your memories right on the app’s home screen.