Apple has released the first iOS 26 beta to developers, but even non-developers have the opportunity to download beta software updates on their iPhones for free. Keep reading to learn how it's ...

iOS 26 has the potential to be a pretty cool upgrade, complete with a Liquid Glass design, live translations, and updates to CarPlay and Messages, which we heard about in early June at WWDC 2025.

Then, you'll see iOS 26 beta 1 appear on your device as an option to install, and you'll be able to download it. The same applies to the Mac, iPad, Apple TV, and Apple Watch.

Eager to start testing the newly announced iOS 26 for iPhone? Find out when you can get the free software update from Apple.

To start testing the iOS 26 public beta, you'll need to enroll in the Apple Beta Software Program. You can sign up even before the update goes live. By using your Apple Account, you can link it to ...