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Last updated: July 13, 2026, 5:30 PM ET

Public Betas Arrive for Apple's Latest OS Updates

Apple released public for its upcoming operating systems, including iOS, iPad OS, mac OS 27 Golden Gate, watch OS, vision OS, and tv OS. Users can now of mac OS 27 and tv OS. The watch OS 27 public beta at Siri AI and enhanced Apple Watch features. iOS 27's public beta and iPhone performance upgrades. iPad OS 27 also is available in public beta, showcasing its new features ahead of its fall release.

New Beta Features and Developer Focus

The first public betas for iPad OS 27 and mac OS 27 Golden Gate by Apple. Additionally, Apple is targeting product managers and engineering leads with a WWDC26 session focused on implementing Siri AI and Liquid Glass features in apps for iOS. The company has also made iOS 27 and iPad OS 27 available to public beta testers, and watch OS 27 is now offered to Apple Watch users.

Accessory and Content Updates

In accessory news, the Twelve South Power Bug aims to eliminate charging cables for Mag Safe users. Apple TV+ is preparing a slate of sports premieres, including pickleball and college basketball, alongside the return of "Ted Lasso." Separately, a podcast recapping the day's top stories from 9to5Mac is available on iTunes and Apple's Podcasts app.