Apple enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the unveiling of iOS 18, which is scheduled to take place at WWDC 2024 on June 10. Whether you’re willing to try out the new operating system immediately with the developer beta or prefer to wait for the public beta or full launch, here’s what you need to know about when iOS 18 will be available.

iOS 18 anticipated features

Traditionally, Apple unveils its major iOS updates during the WWDC keynote and quickly follows up with the release of the first developer beta. The public beta typically arrives about a month later, with the official public launch following the fall iPhone event.

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iOS 18 is expected to introduce significant AI enhancements, including on-device processing and an updated version of Siri. It is also expected to feature better integration with Messages, Apple Music, iWork, and more. Additionally, users can look forward to RCS support, new customization options for the home screen, and the long-awaited arrival of the Calculator app on iPad and Mac.

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iOS 18 release timeline

The rollout timeline for iOS 18 is as follows (Via 9to5Mac):

• Developer Beta: Expected to be released on June 10th during WWDC.
• Public Beta: Expected to be available between late June and mid-July.
• Public release: Expected in mid-to-late September.

iOS 18 developer beta details

The first developer beta of each major iOS update has historically been released on the same day as the WWDC keynote. With WWDC starting on June 10, the iOS 18 developer beta will likely follow soon after.

In recent years, the public beta has typically been launched four to five weeks after the developer beta. This pattern suggests that users can expect the iOS 18 public beta to be available between late June and early July.

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As far as an official public release goes, iOS 18 is likely to launch in mid-to-late September, which will coincide with Apple’s iPhone event. If the event falls between September 9-17, iOS 18 could be officially released between September 16-23. Looking at past iOS releases, they have consistently occurred in mid to late September after Apple’s annual iPhone event.

As WWDC approaches, stay tuned for further updates on iOS 18 and mark your calendars for these anticipated release dates.