Today, Apple has seen fit to release beta 3 of its upcoming iOS 16.5, iPadOS 16.5. macOS 13.4, watchOS 9.5, and tvOS 16.5 software updates to developers for testing purposes. The latest beta builds arrive two weeks after beta 2 was released to developers. Scroll down to read more details on what the latest builds have to offer.
Apple seeds Beta 3 of iOS 16.5, iPadOS 16.5. macOS 13.4, watchOS 9.5, and tvOS 16.5 to developers for testing purposes
iOS 16.5 and iPadOS 16.5 beta 3 can be downloaded on your compatible iPhone and iPad models for free through the stock Settings app. Simply head over to Software Update > Beta Updates and then toggle the switch next to iOS or iPad. Be sure to register with Apple's Developer Program. if you did not, the latest beta updates will not be available.
Other than iOS 16.5, Apple has also seeded beta 3 of watchOS 9.5 to developers. The latest beta can be downloaded to your wearable through the dedicated Apple Watch app on your iPhone. Be sure to download the appropriate configuration profile from the Apple Developer Center. Once you do that, simply head over to Settings > General > Software Update. Make sure that your Apple Watch fulfills all the prerequisites of installing beta updates on your Apple Watch.
Apple has also released beta 3 of macOS 13.4 to developers. You can download the latest build by installing a profile from the Apple Developer Center. The latest beta will be available in the Software Update mechanism in System Settings. macOS 13.4 will bring a new beta installation method which will allow you to install the latest build without a developer profile. Nonetheless, you should be enrolled in Apple's Beta Testing Program.
Lastly, Apple has also released beta 3 of tvOS 16.5 to developers. The beta can be downloaded after you download the proper configuration profile from the Developer Center. It is too early to see what is new in the latest builds, but we will wait for the developers to tinker with the latest builds. Share your thoughts with us in the comments.
About the author: Ali Salman is a technology reporter for Wccftech mobile section with a specialized focus on Apple and the intellectual property that drives mobile innovation. He has cultivated a unique expertise in analyzing and deconstructing complex technology patents, translating dense legal and technical documents into clear, insightful reports on future products.
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