Key Points:
- iOS 17.6.1 may be released soon with minor updates.
- iOS 18 and iOS 18.1 Developer Beta are already available.
- The new update could improve performance and fix bugs.
Apple is preparing to release another iOS update for iPhone users. This upcoming update, iOS 17.6.1, is expected to have a build number of 21G93. While it’s not anticipated to bring major new features, it should include some bug fixes and performance improvements.
Recently, Apple introduced iOS 17.6, which added a “Catch Up” feature for streaming games in the TV app. This allows users to catch up on highlights of games they’ve missed, particularly useful for Apple TV+ and Major League Soccer season pass subscribers.
For users interested in trying out new features early, Apple has made the iOS 18.1 Developer Beta available for iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max users. This beta version includes Apple Intelligence, which is designed to enhance the user experience with AI capabilities. The iOS 18 Developer Beta 5 is also available for other iPhone models, showcasing new features that aren’t related to AI.
While beta versions sometimes have issues, the current iOS 18 and iOS 18.1 Developer Betas have been relatively stable. Some users reported minor battery life reductions, but overall, the important features are functioning well.
Apple has a history of releasing beta updates that sometimes disrupt key functionalities, but this time, the issues have been minimal. Adventurous users can install these beta versions without worrying about major disruptions. The stable release of iOS 18 is expected next month, followed by iOS 18.1 in October.
