Released previously for users in the Apple Developer Program, the change has now been implemented across public and developer betas both. Once users update their devices to iOS 16.4/ iPad 16.4, they can receive beta updates directly from the device settings without the hassle of downloading configuration profiles.

IOS 16.4 marks a considerable shift in how the beta updates will be received on your iPhone or iPad. A Huge Shift in the Delivery of Beta Updates But under the new system, you can enable beta updates from the Settings app. Prior to this, you had to install beta updates using configuration profiles. However, starting with iOS 16.4, Apple has changed the process for getting the said beta updates on your device. There's nothing new here that's how it has always been. But before the stable versions of the software are released, the beta versions – developer and public – make their way into the world. Then, go to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates, and select either 'Developer Beta' or 'Public Beta'.Īpple releases new versions of iOS and iPadOS every year. To enable beta updates on your iPhone, first update your device to iOS 16.4 or above and enroll your Apple ID in the Apple Developer Program or Apple Beta Software Program.

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