How to install the public betas of iOS 17, iPadOS 17, macOS Sonoma and watchOS 10

The best part of Apple’s WWDC is when Tim Cook presents the software news that incorporate your devices. But, the worst part is when he announces that they will be available for fall. Several months of waiting which we can shorten by testing the beta software. Come on, if you can’t stand it, the best option is install public betas iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS.

Not long ago, after the announcement of the news, the developers had access to that beta software before anyone else. But times change. In the latest updates, Apple has decided that there is also a public beta so that everyone can try that software and, if something happens, tell them so they can fix it.

So whether you want to install public betas for iOS, iPadOS, macOS, or watchOS, it’s easier than ever. Of course, it is worth taking into account some precautions before you start. And don’t forget that this is a beta software. In other words, it can be accompanied by errors that cause you problems or, in the worst case, lose personal data.

Install the iOS 17 public beta

Let’s start with iOS, the software for iPhone. Remember that if you want to install the iOS 17 public beta and try all its novelties you will need a iPhone compatible. That is, an iPhone 14 (Plus, Pro or Pro Max), an iPhone 13 (mini, Pro or Pro Max), an iPhone 12 (mini, Pro or Pro Max), an iPhone 11 (Pro or Pro Max), a iPhone XS (XS Max), iPhone XR, or iPhone SE 2nd generation or later.

In addition to the compatible iPhone, it is recommended have iOS 16.4 or later installed. This will simplify the installation process. So before you get into installing the public beta, update your iPhone to iOS 16.4 or later. And then, make a backup in iCloud. Just in case you have to restore the content of your device. It is also advisable to make room for the software deleting files and applications that you do not use

Once we have carried out these previous steps, we are going to install the public beta of iOS 17:

1. From your iPhone, go to Settings > General > Software update
2. That’s where iOS updates usually appear. But we are interested in one in particular
3. Click on beta versions to choose that you want to install the public beta of iOS 17
4. Choose iOS 17 Public Beta. Do not confuse with iOS 17 Developer Beta
5. Go back to Software update
6. The iOS 17 public beta will appear for you to install on your iPhone
7. Select it to start the installation
8. Your iPhone will download the installer, install it and restart your device

If you can’t find the section beta versions in the iOS Settings it is because you are not registered in the Apple Beta Software Program. Doing it is very simple. Enters in this page and click on sign up. You will only need an Apple ID. It serves the one you are already using on your Apple devices.

Install iPadOS 17 Public Beta

If you want to update your iPad and try the iPadOS 17 public beta, you can do it by following the steps below. The process is similar to what we’ve seen with iOS and your iPhone.

First, check the list of iPads compatible with iPadOS 17:

• iPad Pro (2nd generation or later)
• iPad Air (3rd generation or later)
• iPad (6th generation or later)
• iPad mini (5th generation or later)

Second, to make the process easier, update your iPad to iPadOS 16.4 or later. You should also make a device backup in iCloud. and do some cleaning deleting files and applications that you don’t need

After these previous steps, you can now install the public beta of iPadOS 17:

1. From your iPad, go to Settings > General > Software update
2. Click on beta versions to choose that you want to install the public beta of iPadOS 17
3. Choose iPadOS 17 Public Beta. Do not confuse with iPadOS 17 Developer Beta
4. Go back to Software update
5. The public beta of iPadOS 17 will appear for you to install on your iPad
6. Select the update to start the installation
7. Your iPad will download the installer, install it, and reboot your device

If you can’t find the section beta versions in the iPadOS Settings it is because you are not registered in the Apple Beta Software Program. Doing it is very simple. Enters in this page and click on sign up. You will only need an Apple ID. It serves the one you are already using on your Apple devices.

Install the public beta of macOS Sonoma

After macOS Ventura comes macOS Sonoma, loaded with improvements and changes for your Mac. And if you want to try it before anyone else, you can do it comfortably. Instead of downloading an installer, the process is identical to when you update macOS from Software update.

First, you’ll need to check that your Mac is compatible with macOS Sonoma or macOS 14. This is the list of compatible Mac devices:

• iMac from 2019 onwards
• iMac Pro from 2017 onwards
• MacBook Air from 2018 onwards
• MacBook Pro from 2018 onwards
• Mac Pro from 2019 onwards
• Mac Studio 2022 onwards
• Mac mini from 2018 onwards

Next step. To facilitate the installation, it is convenient to have macOS updated to macOS 13.4 Ventura or later. you should too make a backup in iCloud. In case you have to restore the content of your device. And it is advisable to make room for the software deleting files and applications that you do not use So you don’t run out of disk space.

To install the public beta of macOS Sonoma:

1. From your Mac, go to System Settings > General > Software Update
2. Click the information button next to beta updates
3. Indicate which version you want to install. That is to say, macOS Public Beta or similar
4. Check for an update and you’ll see the macOS Sonoma public beta installer
5. Start the installation and follow the installer instructions
6. The process will take a few minutes and will end by restarting your Mac

If you can’t find the section beta updates when you want to update to macOS Sonoma it is because you are not registered in the Apple Beta Software Program. Doing it is very simple. Enters in this page and click on sign up. You will only need an Apple ID. It serves the one you are already using on your Apple devices.

Install watchOS 10 public beta

To install the watchOS 10 public beta, you’ll need to have your iPhone nearby. and that is updated to iOS 16.4 or later. It is also advisable that the battery of your Apple Watch is charged to at least 50% that it is updated to watchOS 9.5 or later. And before anything else, check that your Apple Watch is compatible with watchOS 10.

The list of iPhone and Apple Watch models compatible with watchOS 10 are:

• iPhone XS, XR or later with iOS 17 (the latter in the final version)
• Apple WatchSeries 4
• Apple WatchSeries 5
• Apple Watch SE
• Apple WatchSeries 6
• Apple WatchSeries 7
• Apple WatchSeries 8
• Apple Watch Ultra

After checking that your Apple Watch is compatible and updating the watch and your iPhone, it doesn’t hurt make a backup to avoid losing your personal data if the device needs to be restored. And, with that said, you can update now.

1. From your iPhone, open the app apple watch
2. Tap the tab My watch
3. then go to General > Software Update
4. You should see the option beta updates
5. Enter and choose that you want to install the public beta or Public Beta
6. Enter the password when prompted
7. Follow the instructions and wait until the installation is complete

If you can’t find the section beta updates when you want to update to macOS Sonoma it is because you are not registered in the Apple Beta Software Program. Doing it is very simple. Enters in this page and click on sign up. You will only need an Apple ID. It serves the one you are already using on your Apple devices.