If you want to be among the first people to try iOS 26, here's everything you need to know on how to download it, and more.

iOS 26, featuring a sleek new design and major updates, is expected to enter public beta this week.

Choose the iOS 26 Developer Beta. Return to the prior menu screen and tap Download and Install. Grab a cup of coffee. It’s a whole OS update and it’s going to take a while.

How to Download iOS 26 Developer Betas The option to download and install the iOS 26 Developer Beta is immediately available for users who have previously enrolled on Apple's Beta Software Program.

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 ...