Apple’s Latest Operating System Update, iOS 15, Is Currently in Beta Mode
Developers are invited to test out its features before it hits the public market. In this guide, we will walk you through the steps to set up the iOS 15 developer beta on your iPhone or iPad.
Prerequisites
Before you begin, make sure you have the following:
- An Apple Developer account (you can sign up for free at www.apple.com/develop)
- A compatible device running iOS 15 beta (iPhone 6s or later, iPad Pro 9.7-inch or later)
Step 1: Backup Your Device
Before you begin the installation process, it’s important to back up your device. This will ensure that all of your data and settings are safe in case something goes wrong during the installation process. To backup your device, follow these steps:
- Connect your device to your computer using a USB cable or Wi-Fi.
- Open iTunes on your computer.
- Select your device from the list of devices on the left-hand side of the screen.
- Click on the “Back Up Now” button.
- Wait for the backup process to complete.
Step 2: Download and Install the iOS 15 Beta Profile
The next step is to download and install the iOS 15 beta profile on your device. To do this, follow these steps:
- Open Safari on your device.
- Go to developer.apple.com/downloads.
- Scroll down until you see the “iOS 15 Beta Profile” section.
- Click on the download link for the latest version of the profile.
- Once the download is complete, go to Settings > General > Profiles.
- Tap on the “Install Profile” button.
- Enter your passcode or use Touch ID to confirm the installation.
- Wait for the installation process to complete.
Step 3: Download and Install the iOS 15 Beta Software
The final step is to download and install the actual iOS 15 beta software on your device. To do this, follow these steps:
- Open Settings > General > Software Update.
- Tap on the “Download and Install” button.
- Wait for the download to complete.
- Once the download is complete, tap on the “Install Now” button.
- Follow the prompts to install the update.
- Wait for the installation process to complete.
Congratulations! You have successfully set up iOS 15 developer beta on your device. Now you can start testing out its features and reporting any bugs you find to Apple.
FAQs
Q: What if I don’t want to participate in the iOS 15 beta program?
A: If you decide not to participate in the iOS 15 beta program, you can still update your device to the latest version of iOS without any issues. You can do this by going to Settings > General > Software Update and following the prompts to install the update.
Q: Is it safe to install the iOS 15 beta software on my device?
A: While the iOS 15 beta software is generally stable, there may be some bugs or issues that can affect your device’s performance.
Q: What if I don’t want to participate in the iOS 15 beta program?
A: If you decide not to participate in the iOS 15 beta program, you can still update your device to the latest version of iOS without any issues. You can do this by going to Settings > General > Software Update and following the prompts to install the update.
Q: Is it safe to install the iOS 15 beta software on my device?
A: While the iOS 15 beta software is generally stable, there may be some bugs or issues that can affect your device’s performance.