Apple has finally pushed the Developer Beta 2 version of Apple iOS 26. The update brings several important changes that will enhance the user experience, including new features, improved security, and an evolved user experience. Let's find out what has come with this new update and to which iPhone devices it can be installed.
What has changed in the new iOS 26 Developer Beta 2?
1.Enhancements to Contact Posters
The Contact Posters feature debuted in the earlier beta of Apple iOS 26. Developer Beta 2 for this feature expands it to allow even more customized animations and text styles for users.
2. AI Summary for Voice Memos
This newest release includes an AI summary feature in the Voice Memos app. Voice memos on any recorded audio will now be automatically summarized and save the user time while also improving productivity.
3. Safari Highlights and Page Summary Feature
Two new features came to life for Safari: Highlights and Page Summary. While reading a web page, the AI will highlight and will display a short summary underneath on the important parts.
4. New Accessibility tools
Unique tools are included in Apple iOS 26 Beta 2-known as ''Vehicle Motion Cues." The other new Accessibility add-ons are Eye Tracking and Vocal Shortcuts, which prove to be really helpful in reducing symptoms related to motion sickness.
5. Improved for iMessage and Notes apps
The text formatting of iMessage is applied by bold and italic text, and messages can be folded. A Math Note has been added to the Notes application that will support auto calculation.
iPhones that will be running Apple iOS 26 Developer Beta 2
These are the iPhone models that will be able to install the update Apple iOS 26 Developer Beta 2:
All iPhone 15 series
All iPhone 14 series
All iPhone 13 series
All iPhone 12 series
iPhone 11 series
iPhones XS and XR
iPhone SE (2nd Gen and 3rd Gen)
Therefore all models below iPhone X are excluded from the update.
What is the method for getting this update?
If you are a member of Apple Developer Program, you can download iOS 26 Developer Beta 2 from Settings > General > Software Update. However, as it is a beta version, it is advisable not to install it on your primary device.
In comparison to the previous releases, Apple iOS 26 Developer beta 2 comes with improved intelligence and user-friendly interface plus a handful of extra AI-powered functions. A real treat for all those who love to play around with gadgets before public consumption levels.
