Apple Releases First Beta of tvOS 18.1 for Developers: Here’s What’s New

Apple Releases First Beta of tvOS 18.1 for Developers: Here’s What’s New

Apple has just released the first tvOS 18.1 beta for developers, with the build number 22J5543e. This comes right after the official launch of tvOS 18, which introduced some exciting updates for Apple TV users.

What’s New in tvOS 18?

tvOS 18 is packed with new features designed to enhance your Apple TV experience, including:

  • InSight: A brand-new feature that offers personalized recommendations.
  • Enhance Dialogue and Subtitles: Making it easier to follow your favorite shows with clearer sound and better subtitle options.
  • Apple Fitness+, Apple Music, and FaceTime: Bringing more connectivity and functionality to your Apple TV, especially for fitness, music, and video calls.

If you’re a developer, this tvOS 18.1 beta gives you a sneak peek at what’s coming next for Apple TV.

How to Get the Beta

If you’re part of the Apple Developer Program, you can download the tvOS 18.1 beta to test the latest features and prepare your apps for the official release.

Stay Updated

For more details on what’s new in tvOS 18, check out the official announcement: Apple Announces tvOS 18 for Apple TV, New Home App Features. Stay tuned for more updates as Apple continues to refine and improve the tvOS experience.

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