Upcoming iOS 26 Developer Betas Leaked
A well-known anonymous leaker has released purported build numbers for the fourth developer betas of iOS 26 and additional updates.
This leak comes from a private account on X, which has correctly shared build numbers for Apple software updates in the past, although we refrain from sharing the account for privacy reasons.
Leaked Build Numbers
Today’s leaks include the following build numbers:
- iOS 26 and iPadOS 26 beta 4 (23A5297i)
- macOS 26 beta 4 (25A5316i)
- tvOS 26 and HomePod Software 26 beta 4 (23J5316g)
- watchOS 26 beta 4 (23R5317g)
- visionOS 26 beta 4 (23M5300g)
Expected Release Dates
The leaker typically shares such details a day before official releases, making it likely that the fourth developer betas will launch on Tuesday, July 22. The initial public betas are anticipated to follow on Wednesday, July 23, as reported by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. However, there will be no public beta for visionOS 26 according to Apple’s beta website.
Accidental Public Beta Release
Earlier today, Apple unintentionally released the public beta for macOS 26 to some users, and its build number matched that of the fourth developer beta. Thus, the forthcoming public betas are expected to align with the previous developer versions.
Public Beta Availability
Apple had previously announced that public betas would be distributed in July, without specifying exact dates. Additionally, they plan to introduce a public beta for their next major AirPods firmware update.
How to Join the Beta Program
Anyone interested can enroll in the Apple Beta Software Program at no cost to access the public beta versions when they are released. As a precaution, it’s advisable to back up devices before installing beta software to avoid potential issues.
