How to Download the iOS 17 beta on your iPhone
Apple has released the first public beta of iOS 17, the next major update for its iPhone operating system. iOS 17 brings a lot of new features and improvements, such as FaceTime enhancements, Focus mode, Live Text, Visual Lookup, Safari redesign, and more. If you want to try out the new features before the official release in the fall, you can download the iOS 17 beta on your iPhone right now.
However, before you do that, you should be aware of some risks and precautions. Installing beta software on your device can cause bugs, crashes, battery drain, and compatibility issues with some apps. You should also back up your iPhone before installing the beta, in case you want to restore it later. And you should not install the beta on your primary device, as it may affect its performance and stability.
If you are still interested in downloading the iOS 17 beta on your iPhone, here are the steps you need to follow.
Step 1: Enroll your iPhone in the Apple Beta Software Program
The first thing you need to do is to enrol your iPhone in the Apple Beta Software Program. This is a free program that allows you to access and test the beta versions of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. To enrol your iPhone, follow these steps:
- Go to https://beta.apple.com/sp/betaprogram/ on your iPhone and tap on “Sign up”.
- Sign in with your Apple ID and password.
- Tap on “Enroll Your Devices” and select “iOS”.
- Scroll down and tap on “Download profile”.
- Tap on “Allow” when prompted to download a configuration profile.
- Go to Settings > General > Profile and tap on “iOS 17 Beta Software Profile”.
- Tap on “Install” and enter your passcode.
- Tap on “Install” again to confirm.
- Tap on “Restart” to reboot your iPhone.
Step 2: Download and install the iOS 17 beta on your iPhone
After enrolling your iPhone in the Apple Beta Software Program and installing the profile, you can download and install the iOS 17 beta on your iPhone. To do that, follow these steps:
- Go to Settings > General > Software Update.
- You should see the iOS 17 Public Beta available for download. Tap on “Download and Install”.
- Enter your passcode if prompted.
- Agree to the terms and conditions.
- Wait for the download to complete. It may take some time depending on your internet speed and device storage.
- Once the download is done, tap on “Install Now” to begin the installation process.
- Your iPhone will restart several times during the installation. Do not interrupt or disconnect it from power.
- After the installation is finished, your iPhone will boot up with iOS 17 beta.
Step 3: Enjoy the new features of iOS 17 beta on your iPhone
Congratulations! You have successfully downloaded and installed the iOS 17 beta on your iPhone. Now you can explore and enjoy the new features and improvements that iOS 17 brings. Some of the highlights are:
- FaceTime: You can now create FaceTime links to invite anyone to join a video call, even if they don’t have an Apple device. You can also use SharePlay to watch movies, listen to music, or share your screen with others during a FaceTime call. And you can use spatial audio, voice isolation, portrait mode, and grid view to enhance your FaceTime experience.
- Focus: You can now create custom Focus modes to filter out notifications and apps that are not relevant to what you are doing. For example, you can create a Work Focus mode that only allows work-related notifications and apps, or a Personal Focus mode that only allows personal notifications and apps. You can also set different home screens for different Focus modes.
- Live Text: You can now use Live Text to recognize and interact with text in photos. For example, you can copy and paste text from a photo, call a phone number from a sign, or look up information from a book cover. You can also use Visual Lookup to identify objects, animals, plants, landmarks, and art in photos.
- Safari: You can now enjoy a redesigned Safari browser that has a compact tab bar at the bottom of the screen, making it easier to reach with one hand. You can also swipe left or right on the tab bar to switch between tabs or swipe up to see all your tabs in a grid view. You can also use Tab Groups to organize your tabs into collections that sync across your devices.
- And more: There are many more features and improvements in iOS 17 beta that you can discover by yourself. Some of them are Notifications summary, App Library in the dock, Widgets on the home screen, App Privacy Report, iCloud+ features, Maps enhancements, Weather redesign, Wallet additions, Health updates, and more.
Conclusion
We hope this article has helped you learn how to download the iOS 17 beta on your iPhone. If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to leave a comment below. And if you liked this article, please share it with your friends and family who might be interested in trying out the new features of the iOS 17 beta. Thank you for reading!
FAQs
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers about downloading the iOS 17 beta on your iPhone.
Q: How can I update to the latest version of iOS 17 beta?
A: To update to the latest version of iOS 17 beta, go to Settings > General > Software Update and tap on “Download and Install” if there is a new update available. You can also turn on automatic updates to get the latest updates automatically.
Q: How can I report bugs or give feedback on iOS 17 beta?
A: To report bugs or give feedback on iOS 17 beta, you can use the Feedback Assistant app that comes pre-installed on your iPhone. You can also access it from Settings > Feedback Assistant. You can submit bug reports, feature requests, or suggestions using the app.
Q: How can I unenroll from the Apple Beta Software Program and go back to the stable version of iOS?
A: To unenroll from the Apple Beta Software Program and go back to the stable version of iOS, you need to remove the beta profile from your iPhone and restore it from a backup. To do that, follow these steps:
- Go to Settings > General > Profile and tap on “iOS 17 Beta Software Profile”.
- Tap on “Remove Profile” and enter your passcode.
- Tap on “Remove” again to confirm.
- Restart your iPhone.
- Connect your iPhone to your computer and open iTunes or Finder.
- Put your iPhone into recovery mode by following the instructions for your device model here.
- When you see a message asking you to restore or update your iPhone, choose “Restore”.
- Wait for the restore process to complete. It may take some time depending on your internet speed and device storage.
- After the restore is done, you can set up your iPhone as new or restore it from a backup.
Q: What are the device requirements for iOS 17 beta?
A: iOS 17 beta is compatible with the following iPhone models:
- iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone X
- iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus
- iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus
- iPhone SE (1st generation), iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPod touch (7th generation)
