The iOS 18.1 developer beta has been released, and there are two words that explain why this is a big test: Apple Intelligence.
The Cupertino-based tech giant first announced Apple Intelligence, its new suite of artificial intelligence capabilities, at WWDC 2024. , making daily tasks easier.
One of the most anticipated Apple Intelligence features is Genmoji, a utility that lets you create your own emoji with prompts. Image Playground, an AI image generation tool, is another long-awaited Apple Intelligence benefit. No, these new features will no It’s available in the iOS 18.1 developer beta released today. However, you can still test some of the new Apple Intelligence utilities now.
Apple Intelligence may one day get a paid tier
How to install iOS 18.1 developer beta
To be clear, this is an iOS 18.1 developer beta. This means that the operating system variant is still in beta and the Cupertino-based tech giant is seeking feedback from users (especially developers) on how to improve iOS 18.
Therefore, this iOS 18.1 developer beta may be a bit rough, and some features may not be complete yet. In other words, you need to back up your iPhone before installing the iOS 18.1 developer beta.
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Before accessing iOS 18.1, you’ll also need to be a member of Apple’s Developer Beta Program. (Anyone can sign up, and it’s free.)
Finally, you must have an iPhone that supports Apple Intelligence (i.e. iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max)
Once you meet these requirements, you can install the iOS 18.1 developer beta.
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iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max
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Apple Developer Beta Program Membership
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and iPhone backup
Step 1: Click “Settings”.
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Step 3: Click “Software Update”
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Step 4: Click “Beta Update”
Click on iOS 18.1 Developer Beta. Next, click on the back button.
Step 5: Click “Download and Install”
How to turn on Apple Smart
For the first time since Apple released iOS 18 beta, you’ll have the chance to try out some of the powerful Apple Intelligence features. However, they are not turned on by default.
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tap “settings.”
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Click “Apple Smart” options.
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tap “Join Apple Intelligence” Waiting list.
You will be put on a waitlist, but you should be able to access Apple Intelligence features in just a few hours.
The official iOS 18 version is expected to be released later this year, possibly alongside the iPhone 16.
