How To Install Apple Beta Software?

Members of the Apple Developer Program have access to beta versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS. Members may create apps that make use of the newest capabilities offered by Apple platforms and check the compatibility of already existing apps.

iOS AND iPadOS beta software

Using the configuration profile during installation

• The configuration profile may be downloaded from the download page.
• On your gadget: Follow the installation steps after downloading the configuration profile straight to your device.
• Using a Mac or PC: Save the file to your hard drive and send it through email to an iPhone account. Follow the installation steps by tapping the configuration profile in Mail.
• After connecting to Wi-Fi, plug in your device.
• Select Software Update under Settings > General.
• Then click “Download and Install.”
• Tap Install to update right now. Alternately, select Install Tonight or Remind Me Later by tapping Later. If you select Install Tonight, plug in your device at night, and it will automatically update in the morning.
• Please enter your passcode if prompted.

Using the restore image during installation

• From the download page, get the beta software restore image for your device.
• On your Mac, launch the Finder.
• Utilize the included connection to connect your device to your computer.
• Follow the onscreen instructions if you are asked for your device passcode or to trust this computer. It’s possible to seek assistance if you lose your passcode.
• When your device shows in the Finder sidebar, choose it.
• Click the “Check for Update” button in the Summary window while holding down the Option key.
• Click Open to begin the installation after selecting the beta software restoration image.
• Your device will reboot after installing the beta, and network connectivity is necessary for the final stages of activation. On your device, make sure Developer Mode is enabled. This will enable you to authorise the use of locally installed applications on these systems, such as when you run a build-and-run command in Xcode or set up an.ipa file using Apple Configurator.

macOS beta software

• MacOS 10.8 or a later version is needed for the macOS Developer Beta Access Utility.
• From the download page, get the macOS Developer Beta Access Utility.
• Follow the instructions after launching the macOS Developer Beta Access Utility.
• After the installation is finished, the Mac App Store will display the macOS beta. To get the beta, click Download.
• You’ll get notified whenever a fresh macOS beta is made available. The beta may be installed in the System Preferences’ Software Update section.

Beta software for tvOS

Using the configuration profile during installation

• From the download page on your Mac, download the tvOS beta software setup profile for the Apple TV 4K.
• Ensure that macOS 10.13.4 or later is installed, and that Xcode 12 or a later version is running on your computer.
• Make sure your Apple TV is powered on and plugged in.
• Join your Mac to the same network as your Apple TV.
• Select Devices and Simulators from the Window menu in Xcode, then click Devices in the resulting window.
• Open Settings on Apple TV and choose Remotes and Devices > Remote App and Devices. Apple TV looks for potential partnering gadgets.
• Choose your Apple TV from the Discovered list on the left column of Xcode. The detail box displays the status of the Apple TV connection request.
• Click Connect after entering the verification code seen on Apple TV. When Xcode and Apple TV couple, a network symbol is displayed in the left column next to your Apple TV.
• Ensure that Apple Configurator is operating at the most recent version on your Mac.
• Launch the Apple Configurator.
• Click Prepare and adhere to the onscreen directions to set up an Apple TV for the first time. Click Add, then choose Profiles to add previously configured profiles to an Apple TV. Additionally, you may drag a profile from the Finder and place it on the Apple TV icon.

Using the restore image during installation

• From the download page on your Mac, download the tvOS beta software restoration image for Apple TV (4th generation).
• Launch Finder.
• Utilize a USB-C charging connection to connect your Mac to your fourth-generation Apple TV.
• When your Apple TV appears in the Finder, choose it.
• Click the Restore Apple TV button in the Summary window while holding down the Option key.
• Click Open to begin installation after selecting the tvOS beta software restoration image.
• Your device will reboot after installing the beta, and network connectivity is necessary for the final stages of activation.
• NOTE: Put your Apple TV in recovery mode if the Finder doesn’t identify it:

1. Make sure your Mac is linked to Apple TV.
2. Hold MENU + Play/Pause on the provided remote control for six seconds until the indicator light starts to blink erratically.
3. Step 6 should be followed to restore Apple TV.

WatchOS beta

• You’ll require the following to upgrade the Apple Watch’s software:

1. Ensure that your Apple Watch is at least 50% charged.
2. Wi-Fi-connect your iPhone.
3. To ensure they are in communication range, place your iPhone next to your Apple Watch.
4. Make sure iOS 14 beta is installed on your iPhone.

• The configuration profile may be downloaded from the download page.
• On your iPhone, immediately download the configuration profile, then follow the setup steps.
• Save the file to your hard drive and email it to an account on your iPhone using your Mac or PC. Follow the installation steps by tapping the configuration profile in Mail.
• When the profile has finished opening, select Apple Watch as the installation destination, then reboot when requested.
• Open the Apple Watch app on your iPhone, then select My Watch > General > Software Update.
• When asked, enter the passcode for your Apple Watch or iPhone.
• Watch for the progress bar and Apple logo to appear. Your Apple Watch will restart once the update is complete. On your device, make sure Developer Mode is enabled.
• This will enable you to authorise the use of locally installed applications on these systems, such as when you run a build-and-run command in Xcode or set up an.ipa file using Apple Configurator.

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