Apple Releases First Public Betas of iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4

Apple Releases First Public Betas of iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4

Apple has officially rolled out the first public betas of iOS 18.4, iPadOS 18.4, and macOS Sequoia 15.4, giving users an early look at the next wave of features coming to their devices. This follows last week’s developer beta release, bringing a mix of exciting updates and refinements.

What’s New in the iOS 18.4 and macOS 15.4 Betas?

While the highly anticipated Siri upgrade is not included in this release, Apple has introduced several new features for beta testers:

  • Vision Pro App – A new dedicated app to enhance interactions with Apple’s mixed-reality headset.
  • News+ Food – A fresh addition to Apple News+, offering curated food content and recipes.
  • Expanded Apple Intelligence Availability – More Apple Intelligence features are becoming available to a broader range of users.
  • Priority Notifications – A smarter way to highlight the most important alerts.
  • Ambient Music Controls – Enhancements for controlling background audio experiences.
  • Categories in Mac Mail – Improved email sorting with predefined categories for better organization.

How to Try the Beta

If you’re interested in testing out these new features before the official release, you can enroll in the Apple Beta Software Program:

  1. Sign up at beta.apple.com.
  2. On your device, go to Settings > General > Software Update.
  3. Select "Beta Updates" and choose the iOS 18 Public Beta.

Device Compatibility

Before installing the beta, make sure your device is supported:

Apple’s iOS 18.4 and macOS 15.4 betas bring a mix of usability improvements and exciting new features. While we’re still waiting for the next-generation Siri enhancements, there’s plenty to explore. If you’re eager to try out the latest Apple software, sign up for the beta and experience these updates firsthand.

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