Do you want to try out the latest iOS 27 features before the official release in the fall. If yes, then you can now install iOS 27 Public Beta on any compatible device.
After installing iOS 27 Public Beta or iPadOS 27 Public Beta you will get access to all the iOS 27 features before anyone else. Before you install remember this is still a beta, so bugs, app compatibility issues, any security problems are still a concern. Avoid installing this release on your main iPhone that you use everyday.
iOS 27 is compatible with:
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max
- iPhone SE (2nd generation and later)
- iPhone 12 series
- iPhone 13 series
- iPhone 14 series
- iPhone 15 series
- iPhone 16 series
- iPhone 17 series
Before you begin, make sure to create a fresh backup of your iPhone or iPad so that you can restore your data later if anything goes wrong or if you wish to downgrade back to stable iOS 26.
How to install iOS 27 Public Beta
Here’s how you can install iOS 27 Public Beta on your iPhone or iPad.
Step 1. Open Apple’s Public Beta Program website in any web browser and sign up to the program. Enrolment is free.
Step 2. Now head over to Settings and tap on General.
Step 3. Now tap on Software Update and tap on Beta Updates.
Step 4. On Beta Updates page, tap on iOS 27 Public Beta option. A checkmark will appear next to it.
Step 5. Now return to the Software Update page and install the iOS 27 Public Beta once it shows up.
If you don’t see iOS 27 Public Beta option on the Beta Updates page, then restart your device and try Step 2 and onwards again.
Public Betas can also be buggy
Remember that this is beta software.
You may experience:
- Reduced battery life
- Random app crashes
- Performance issues
- Features that don’t work correctly
- Compatibility problems with banking or work apps
If this is your primary iPhone and you rely on it every day, you may want to wait for the official release instead.
If you have any questions related to the iOS 27 Public Beta installation process or run into any issues, then let us know in the comments below.
