Updates on iOS 26 Beta

Apple is preparing for the release of its new iPhone series on Tue, Sep 9, 2025, at 7:00 PM (French time). Concurrently, Apple will announce the release date for iOS 26 and its related updates for various devices such as iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and Apple TV.

In anticipation of this significant update, Apple has released a new beta version of iOS 26. Just a week following the release of iOS 26 beta 8, Apple has introduced a ninth beta version, likely the final one before the official launch. This beta version is available for free installation on iPhones, although users should note that beta versions may not offer the same level of stability as official releases.

Technical Specifications and Changes

The iOS 26 beta 9 does not introduce any major new features. Feedback from beta testers of the eighth version prompted bug fixes, which are likely the primary focus of this latest release.

The progression to this beta stage suggests that Apple will not release the final “Release Candidate” version until after the “Awe Dropping” event on Sep 9, 2025. This could indicate a possible delay in the official release of iOS 26 beyond Apple’s usual schedule.

• Release Date: Sep 9, 2025
• Latest Beta Version: iOS 26 Beta 9
• Planned Devices: iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV

For more information on iPhone 17, its ultra-thin “Air” version, and the Pro and Pro Max models, further details can be found here.