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iOS 18 Public Beta 2 Now Available: Here Are the New Features

Victor Sanchez

Jul 29, 2024 • 1 min read

Today, Apple has released a new public beta version for iOS and iPadOS 18. Public Beta 2 follows last week's Developer Beta 4 and brings the latest updates and features to public beta users. Here are the updates in the iOS and iPadOS 18 public beta version.

How to Install iOS 18 Public Beta 2

To install the public beta of iOS and iPadOS 18, you must first join the public beta program. If you've never joined before, instructions are available here.

If you're already running the first public beta of iOS 18, you can find Beta 2 and download it by going to Settings ⇾ General ⇾ Software Update on your device. Make sure the "iOS 18 Public Beta" option is selected in the "Beta Updates" menu.

What's New in the Latest Public Beta Version

Apple has introduced many new features and updates in this public beta. These match the changes we saw in Developer Beta 4.

The new features include:

New wallpapers for CarPlay
Use dark mode widgets while light mode is on
New design for the hidden apps folder in the app library
Added 'Controls Menu' to camera settings
RCS in Messages now available on more carriers
And more!

If you find any other changes, let us know in the comments.

Public Beta Release Timing

Apple usually releases public beta updates about a day after a new developer beta version. There are exceptions, especially with early public beta versions like this, but this is generally the case. So, during the rest of the iOS and iPadOS 18 public beta cycle, expect to see new public beta versions shortly after the developer releases.