Apple releases new iOS 27 public beta ahead of iPhone launch event: Here is how to download it

Apple is reportedly gearing up to launch new iPhone models on September 9, including iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone Ultra. Ahead of that, the tech giant has released the fifth public beta of iOS 27. The update is now available to users who have enrolled in Apple’s Public Beta Software Program. The latest beta arrives about a week after the fourth public beta and shortly after Apple released the seventh developer beta. The latest update mainly focuses on fixing bugs and improving overall stability. It does not bring any major new features or changes for users to try.

How to download iOS 27 public beta

Users who want to try iOS 27 before its official release can join Apple’s Public Beta Software Program. Here are the steps to install the update on an iPhone:

• Go to the Apple Beta Software Program website and tap Sign Up or Sign In.
• Log in using the Apple Account linked to your iPhone.
• Accept the terms and complete the enrolment process.
• Open the Settings app on your iPhone.
• Go to General > Software Update > Beta Updates.
• Select iOS 27 Public Beta.
• Go back to the Software Update page.
• Tap Update Now when the beta becomes available.

It is recommended to install beta software on a secondary device. Beta updates can sometimes have bugs or cause unexpected issues. If you plan to install iOS 27 on your main iPhone, make sure you have a backup of your important data.

Supported devices

The iOS 27 public beta is supported by the iPhone 17 series, iPhone 16 series, iPhone 15 series, iPhone 14 series, iPhone 13 series, iPhone 12 series and iPhone 11 series. The update is also available for the iPhone SE (2nd generation) and newer models.