Apple has released the second beta of its iOS 18.4 update, alongside macOS 15.4 and visionOS 2.4, exclusively for developers. This version is being made available for testing and refinement ahead of its public launch scheduled for later this month. The update promises significant enhancements in Apple Intelligence as well as numerous bug fixes aimed at improving user experience.
Accessing iOS 18.4, visionOS 2.4, and macOS 15.4 Beta 2 for Developers
Registered developers can download the latest beta version of iOS 18.4 directly from the Settings app on their iPhones. For iPads, the iPadOS 18.4 beta 2 is also available through the Settings app. Users should navigate to General > Software Update > Beta Updates and follow the instructions to install. An active Developer Account linked to an Apple ID is required. Users of the iPhone 16e can also access this update.
The iOS 18.4 update introduces substantial improvements in Apple Intelligence, including new features such as Priority Notifications, an enhanced Apple News+ Food section, and advancements in the Image Playground. Notably, Apple Intelligence expands its language support, making it more accessible to users worldwide. Additionally, the update provides support for Visual Intelligence on older iPhone 15 Pro models, a feature that was previously exclusive to the iPhone 16 series.
Similarly, macOS 15.4 and visionOS 2.4 also include the latest Apple Intelligence enhancements. The Vision Pro, while arriving later than its counterparts, benefits significantly from this integration of AI functionalities designed to enhance its capabilities.
Developers can access the macOS 15.4 beta 2 via the Software Update section in System Settings, ensuring that their Apple ID is linked to their Developer Account for over-the-air updates. Users of the Vision Pro can obtain the latest beta through their device’s Settings app. More detailed updates on the features of iOS 18.4 will be provided as they become available.