Apple released the first betas for developers of iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27 Golden Gate, watchOS 27, tvOS 27 and visionOS 27. The movement took place shortly after the end of WWDC 2026. The compilations bring the features announced at the event, with emphasis on advances in Apple Intelligence and the new Siri.
Developers can now test the new features on compatible devices. The public version should arrive in July. Apple recommends caution with initial betas due to the typical instability of this phase.
New betas incorporate Apple Intelligence updates
The initial builds reinforce the company’s commitment to integrated artificial intelligence. Siri gained a dedicated app and more advanced personal context capabilities. It now processes information from messages, emails, photos and other user data more naturally.
Features such as Visual Intelligence enable multimodal interactions with the surrounding environment. Initial tests indicate improvements in speed and accuracy for everyday tasks. The focus remains on privacy, with on-device processing wherever possible.
How to install betas for developers
Anyone with a free developer account can access the files. On your iPhone or iPad, just go to Settings > General > Software Update. Then, activate the beta updates section and select the development channel.
For the Apple Watch, the process goes through the Watch app on the paired iPhone. Mac users will find the option in the system updates menu. Xcode 27 is also available for download, supporting the new APIs.
- Go to developer.apple.com and sign in with your developer Apple ID account
- Download the beta configuration profile corresponding to the desired system
- Restart the device after profile installation
- Check the software updates section to download the build
- Make a full backup before proceeding with any testing
macOS Golden Gate 27 brings visual and performance refinements
The Mac system was named macOS 27 Golden Gate. It includes design tweaks like improvements to Liquid Glass and the sidebar. Apps open up to 30% faster in some scenarios, according to preliminary data from Apple.
Developers report reasonable stability for a first beta, but still recommend use only on secondary machines. Support covers Macs with M1 chips or higher.
What to expect from public betas and final version
The public versions, scheduled for July, usually receive accumulated fixes from developer builds. Apple is expected to release frequent updates over the next few months. The stable release arrives in the fall, likely in September or October.
Experts especially monitor improvements to Siri AI. The assistant now better handles continuous conversations and actions in applications without having to open each one. Features such as intelligent photo editing and voice-described shortcuts also gain space.
Compatibility and usage recommendations
Not all old devices receive the new versions. iOS 27 requires iPhone 11 or later in many cases, with higher requirements for full Apple Intelligence functions. Macs need M1 or later.
The company advises developers to update their apps to the new APIs. Ordinary users should wait for public betas or the final version to avoid data loss or incompatibilities with essential applications.
Initial tests are already circulating on specialized forums and networks. Many highlight the fluidity of the new Siri in simple tasks. Others note expected bugs, such as crashes in apps that have not yet been optimized.
Apple plans to publish more details about the new features in the coming weeks. Teams of developers work to adapt software to the updated ecosystem.