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Last updated: July 20, 2026, 2:30 PM ET

Apple Continues Beta Testing for Upcoming Software

Apple has for iOS, iPad OS, and tv OS. Developers can now test these latest builds, which follow the release of the third betas two weeks prior. mac OS, also referred to as mac OS Golden Gate, has also for developers. These updates are part of Apple's ongoing summer beta cycle, with iOS 27 beta 4 specifically noted for. Separately, Apple has for iOS 26.6, indicating it’s the next iPhone update, alongside the release candidate for mac OS Tahoe 26.6. The company also for iOS 26.6 and iPad OS 26.6 to developers.

Release Candidates Emerge for Current System Updates

Apple is for mac OS 26.6, with details on new features available. In addition, the sixth round of release candidates for mac OS Sonoma 14.8.8 and mac OS Sequoia 15.7.8 are now being distributed. Apple has also version of mac OS Tahoe 26.6 to developers for testing. The company is also preparing iOS.6, and has for iPhone.

Apple TV+ and Subscriptions See Updates and New Content

Apple TV+ is set to from the director of "CODA," a biopic about disability activist Judy Heumann. In other news, a podcast recap from 9to5Mac Daily discusses. A public beta of tv OS 27 and new product launches were also discussed on the Smart Home Insider podcast this week.

Hardware and Third-Party App Developments

A new iPad mini is expected to be released soon, marking the first update to the device in two years with significant changes anticipated. Meanwhile, Adobe is to select users of its Project Indigo camera app.