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How to download the iOS 26 beta (if you dare!)
- You can download the iOS 26 developer beta to preview the Liquid Glass design for iPhone and new features like Camera and Phone apps, Apple Intelligence, and 3D photos.
- Beta software can be buggy, resulting in data loss and non-functional apps, so it is advised to wait for the public beta, available starting July.
- Before installing the beta, ensure you have a backup of essential data and photo library with two copies for safety.
- Check iCloud backup status in Settings > [Your Name] > iCloud > iCloud Backup and sync your photo library to iCloud or a local Mac copy.
- Enable beta software updates by going to Settings > General > Software Update and enrolling in the developer program if needed.
- The iOS 26 public beta offers a safer experience with updates every two to three weeks, released a day later to address critical bugs, while the developer beta has a higher bug risk but precedes public releases.
- Choose iOS 26 Developer Beta in Beta Updates to access the early version with new design elements, and install the update after downloading.
- Expect frequent software updates in the beta version, including new releases every few weeks, and consider switching to the public beta once available.
- Downloading the iOS beta may take longer than typical updates, and it is advised to be cautious due to potential bugs in the early developer versions.
- This guide was initially published on how to download the iOS beta in 2024, with updated information available as of June 10, 2025.
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