Apple has released the fourth iteration of its iOS 18.5, macOS 15.5, and visionOS 2.5 beta to developers for testing and curation of bugs. If you are a developer, you can download the latest beta builds on your compatible devices right now. Apart from this, Apple has also released watchOS 11.5 and tvOS 18.5 beta 4, which you can check out as well.
The new iOS 18.5 and macOS 15.5 beta 4 releases focus on bug fixes, performance gains, and minor feature additions
If you are up for it, iOS 18.5 and iPadOS 18.5 beta 4 can be downloaded on your iPhone or iPad through the Settings app. Simply head over to General > Software Update > Beta Updates > and install the latest build by following the on-screen instructions. Before you do so, make sure that your Apple ID is connected to your Developer Account so that you can receive the update over the air. If you do not, the update will not appear in your Settings app.
Other than iOS 18.5, Apple has also released macOS Sequoia 15.5 beta 4 to developers, which can be downloaded through the Software Update mechanism in System Settings. Again, make sure that your Apple ID and Developer Account are synced and connected to receive the update over the air.
Apple has released visionOS 2.5, watchOS 11.5, and tvOS 18.5 to developers as well, which will bring some new changes to the table. At this point, iOS 18.5 and other updates are seen as quite minor, considering the number of additions they bring to the table. However, the updates will bring bug fixes and performance enhancements to the table, which will improve the overall user experience. Moreover, the company will also potentially add security updates.
iOS 18.5 could be a big update for users in China, as it is reported to bring Apple Intelligence support in the region, boosting sales amid declining market share. However, Apple has not said anything related to the matter, so be sure to keep an eye out. As for the rest of the updates, we will let you know as soon as developers are done tinkering with the latest builds.
