Apple’s iOS 18.1 Public Beta Releases With Apple Intelligence For iPhone 16, 15 Pro Series

Apple has released the iOS 18.1 public beta, allowing customers to test the Apple Intelligence features ahead of their official release. While the iPhone 16 series was marketed as being designed for Apple Intelligence, AI-powered capabilities were not offered out of the box. However, with this public beta, customers on qualifying devices can now use advanced AI features such as the new Siri, expanded writing capabilities, and on-device image production.

The iOS 18.1 public beta is now available for iPhone 16 and iPhone 15 Pro series customers who want to test Apple's AI capabilities before the stable version is published. While public betas are often more reliable than development betas, consumers should be aware of any potential flaws or glitches. This public beta offers a deeper look at Apple Intelligence, which has received significant changes like as a wiser Siri, additional writing tools and on-device AI-driven image production.

Installing the iOS 18.1 public beta is simple for individuals who wish to test out the new features. After signing up for the iOS beta program with their Apple ID, users can access Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates to enable the iOS 18 public beta.

Apple Intelligence is also available for Macs and iPads with M series CPUs. Users can install the iPadOS 18.1 public beta or macOS 15.1 public beta on compatible devices to experiment with similar AI features throughout Apple's ecosystem. This public beta version allows Apple consumers to preview the future of AI-powered personal devices before the final release.

A beta is a pre-release version of software that allows users to test and provide feedback before it is officially released. It enables developers to find and solve errors, polish functionality and improve overall performance using real-world data.

A developer beta is distributed early to app developers for testing and is typically less stable, allowing developers to tweak their apps and report technical concerns. In comparison, a public beta is open to all users and is usually more stable, though it may still have some issues. The public beta is closer to the final version, with the goal of obtaining more user feedback before the product is officially released.