According to renowned tech journalist Mark Gurman from Bloomberg, the highly anticipated iOS 26 public beta is set to debut this week. In his latest Power On newsletter, Gurman confirmed that all signs indicate the rollout of the public beta phase for iOS 26 is imminent, potentially occurring around Wednesday, July 23.
Apple had previously announced that a public beta of iOS 26 would be made available in July, but they did not specify an exact date. This week’s release marks a significant step forward as users eagerly await new features and improvements.
The launch of the iOS 26 public beta is not just a standalone event. Alongside it, Apple is expected to release the first public betas for iPadOS 26, macOS 26, tvOS 26, watchOS 26, and HomePod software 26. Additionally, for the first time, Apple plans to offer a public beta of its next major AirPods firmware update.
However, it’s important to note that Apple will not be providing a public beta for visionOS 26, as indicated on its beta website. This decision may influence developers and users who are keen on testing the latest capabilities of Apple's software ecosystem.
Though the updates are currently accessible in developer beta, Apple has made strides in recent years by eliminating the $99 annual membership fee for accessing these developer betas. However, participants still need to hold an Apple Developer account. For most users, waiting for the public beta is the safest approach.
Stay tuned for more updates as Apple continues to innovate and expand its software offerings. The upcoming iOS 26 public beta promises to deliver exciting new experiences for users across its devices.
