Key Points:
- New betas for watchOS 11, visionOS 2, tvOS 18, and macOS Sequoia.
- iOS 17.6 and iOS 18 beta 4 were released for developers.
- Notable features and improvements in the latest updates.
Apple has released the latest beta versions for its various platforms, marking a significant step towards the public release scheduled for September. The updates span across watchOS 11, tvOS 18, visionOS 2, and macOS Sequoia, bringing a slew of enhancements and new features for developers to test.
The build numbers for these updates are as follows:
- watchOS 11 beta 4: 22R5318h
- tvOS 18 beta 4: 22J5324f
- visionOS 2 beta 4: 22N5286g
watchOS 11 introduces the Vitals app, enhancements to the Fitness app, and improvements to the Smart Stack feature. tvOS 18 includes a new InSight feature along with improvements to Enhance Dialogue and subtitles. visionOS 2 boasts a new Bora Bora environment, new gestures for accessing the home view and control center, and keyboard occlusion.
Additionally, macOS Sequoia beta 4 is available to developers, with the build number 24A5298h. This update includes iPhone Mirroring, a new window tiling feature, enhancements for Safari, and a dedicated Passwords app.
The iOS ecosystem also sees updates with iOS 17.6 RC and iOS 18 beta 4. The iOS 17.6 RC, build number 21G79, primarily focuses on stability and security improvements, alongside the introduction of the Catch Up feature in the TV app for sports viewing with MLS Season Pass. Users can install this update by navigating to the Software Update section in their device settings.
iOS 18 beta 4, available exclusively for developers, follows the release of iOS 18 beta 3 and includes several changes like a new Home screen feature that switches app icons to dark mode and a dynamic wallpaper system. This update promises more performance and stability improvements as Apple prepares for the full release in the fall.
Developers and public beta testers are encouraged to share their feedback on these latest releases, contributing to the refinement of Apple’s software ecosystem. As the rollout continues, Apple enthusiasts can look forward to a more polished and feature-rich experience across their devices.
