Now that Apple has finally released the first iOS 18 public beta, many people are eager to get their hands on it as soon as possible. While this is a great opportunity to try some of the best features Apple announced during its 2024 Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC), it’s important to think twice before jumping in and installing a beta as soon as it’s available.

What You Should Do Before Installing the iOS 18 Public Beta

Apple has finally released the first public beta of its upcoming iOS 18 in advance of the expected release in September. With the public beta comes a new round of features and enhancements that should prove useful and helpful to many iPhone owners. I've been testing the public beta on...

5 cool things to try in Apple's iOS 18 public beta

Apple is preparing to imminently release iOS 17.5.2, which will come with the build number 21F101. There’s no word on what’s new in iOS 17.5.2, but the update will focus on bug fixes and performance improvements rather than new features. The information was shared on social media by...

iOS 17.5.2 coming soon for iPhone users

Apple has released the iOS 18 public beta, meaning you don't have to wait until fall to try out iOS 18. You can see what it's like ahead of its official iPhone debut when it's officially available later this year. It's simple to download and install as well. All you need to do is sign up on Apple's Beta Software Program website, and you'll be on your way to becoming a beta tester from the comfort of your couch.

The iOS 18 Public Beta Is Here: How to Install Now

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After a report said that Apple would delay Apple Intelligence to iOS 18.1, Cupertino has now seeded its first beta. The company wants to smooth its artificial intelligence platform before it becomes available to all users later this fall.
However, while there are many Apple Intelligence features we can’t wait to try, this first beta is only bringing one:

Writing Tools: Users can rewrite, proofread, and summarize text nearly everywhere they write, including Mail, Notes, Pages, and third-party apps

Besides that, there’ll be a waitlist for developers to try it. In addition, if you don’t have an iPhone 15 Pro, this beta won’t appear to you....

iOS 18.1 beta 1 now available to developers with Apple Intelligence

Ultimately the reaction to 18’s initial public beta may be more about what’s not there than what is. When Apple first announced its latest annual update to the mobile software platform back in June, most of the attention went to a suite of features—the top-billed ones if you look at the company’s iOS 18 Preview Page—collected under the aegis of Apple Intelligence. These marked the company’s much anticipated foray into artificial intelligence and promise everything from image generation to a reinvigorated Siri.

First Look: iOS 18 Public Beta

Samsung’s first Android 15 and One UI 7 beta is set to get a release as soon as July 29, according to Max Jambor, a reliable Samsung tipster. What’s notable about the Android 15 beta is just how big it is. According to rumors, we’re expecting several UI and feature changes, including new icons, home screen and lock screen changes, a revamped camera UI, and a version of the iPhone’s Dynamic Island.

Your Samsung phone could get a huge update on July 29

Go to any tourist-heavy location, and you'll find people with their phones in hand, using a maps app to look for places to visit, find restaurants to eat at and of course, get directions to their next destination. If you're an Apple Maps user, you'll be happy to hear that...

6 New Apple Maps Features in iOS 18 to Help You Find Your Way

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For more than 160 years, Macy's has been much more than a department store. It's a cornerstone of American shopping, with generations eager to buy everything from back-to-school clothes to holiday gifts. But now it is a surprise that the store has been forced to close, leaving millions to wonder how such a powerful and fast-moving brand could be defeated. Macy's, the US retail giant, now faces a difficult future. Signs of trouble have been showing for several years, including declining traffic, aging stores, and an inability to keep up with a fast-paced retail environment. However, experts say the real story is corporate mismanagement, intense competition, and a lack of innovation.

The Fall of Macy's: Inside the Collapse of America's Largest Merchant

In iOS 18, CarPlay is getting a ton of new features, including accessibility boosts, Siri enhancements, wallpapers, and more! Here are our favorite adds to Apple's in-dash interface. We've been testing the beta of iOS 18 and have dug through CarPlay, on the lookout for new features and changes. Many...

Hands on: Everything new with CarPlay in iOS 18

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Zodiac signs have different priorities in life. Some prioritize relationships while others strive to grow their businesses and careers. An individual’s sign and character can influence their success in matters of the heart. Independent signs like Scorpio don’t fear being single.

3 Zodiac Signs Who Don’t Want to Be Single

Apple released iOS 18 beta 4 to developer testers today. Even though Apple Intelligence is still missing, there are a few notable changes in today’s beta. Head below for a roundup of everything we’ve found in iOS 18 beta 4 so far. iOS 18 beta 4 is currently...

iOS 18 beta 4: Here’s what’s new

On an iPhone, go to Settings > Accessibility > Spoken Content to enable Speak Selection and Speak Screen. On a Mac, go to the Apple menu > System Preferences > Accessibility > Spoken Content to enable Speak selection. Say Speak screen on an iPhone and use the Option + Esc...

How to Get Siri to Read Text on iOS and macOS

Apple released the first public beta of iOS 18 on July 15, more than a month after the company announced the update at its Worldwide Developers Conference in June. The beta brings a lot of new features to the iPhone's of developers and beta testers, like the ability to hide and lock certain apps. But the beta also adds a conversion function to your Calculator app, making it easy to convert miles to kilometers, US dollars to euros and much more.

iOS 18 Beta: How to Convert Distance, Currency and More in Calculator

Apple Intelligence is the name the company has given for its upcoming artificial intelligence features expected to impact various parts of iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. Image generation tools and a smarter version of Siri are some of the changes that are coming. With iOS 18 coming in September and Apple's...

Gurman: Don’t Expect Apple’s New AI Before IOS 18.1

The recent launch of the fourth version of Apple’s iOS 18 beta has revealed major changes, yet details about the speculated ‘Apple Intelligence’ feature remain hidden. While system adjustments and user interface improvements are evident, anticipation builds globally regarding undisclosed features. Though only available to developer beta...

iOS 18 beta 4 unveils major amendments, keeps mystery features

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For years, the flashlight and camera shortcuts have been mainstays on iPhone lock screens. But iOS 18 gives you the ability to swap in different controls from the revamped Control Center.

iOS 18 extends your ability to customize the lock screen — how to edit control shortcuts

A week after releasing iOS 17.6 beta 4, Apple is nearing its official release with an RC version now available. Unfortunately, this is one of the less exciting updates for the iOS 17 cycle, mainly because all supported iPhones will get iOS 18, which is set to be released later this fall.
For now, attention is turning to the imminent release of Apple Intelligence. Expected to be available in beta for iPhone 15 Pro, Apple is adding several AI features for its devices, including:

Writing Tools: Users can rewrite, proofread, and summarize text nearly everywhere they write, including Mail, Notes, Pages, and third-party apps;
Image Playground: Users can...

iOS 17.6 RC now available with these features

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Here’s a story that’s making waves in the retail world: Conn's HomePlus, a well-known discount furniture chain, has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. And the news isn’t just about numbers—it’s about real people and places, so let’s dive into what’s happening.

Another retail giant has just filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is shutting down several stores.

Today Apple has released new updates for its entire lineup of devices. visionOS 1.3, macOS 14.6, tvOS 17.6, and watchOS 10.6 join the latest versions of iPhone and iPadOS software, iOS and iPadOS 17.6. Here’s what’s new in today’s updates. Latest update paves the way for iOS...

Apple releases visionOS 1.3, macOS 14.6, tvOS 17.6, and watchOS 10.6

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iOS 18 public beta 2 is now available, here’s what’s new

Today Apple has released a new public beta for iOS and iPadOS 18. Public beta 2 follows last week’s debut of developer beta 4 and brings...

iOS 18 public beta 2 is now available, here’s what’s new

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