Apple will officially announce iOS 27 at its WWDC event later today, and as per the company’s past trends, the first developer beta should arrive soon after the keynote. Before you rush to install it, there are a few things you should do to keep your iPhone, data, and patience level safe.
Apple’s first iOS 27 developer beta is expected after WWDC, but your iPhone needs a little prep first
Alongside iOS 27, Apple will also announce macOS 27, iPadOS 27, watchOS 27, visionOS 27, and tvOS 27, and their subsequent beta builds would also be made available to developers, which you can check from the Apple Developer Center. You can use the same approach for the rest of the updates as well. Here’s what you have to do to prepare your iPhone for iOS 27 beta.
Make Sure Your iPhone Supports iOS 27
The first thing that you have to do is check whether your iPhone will support iOS 27. Apple usually drops older models when a major update arrives, and early reports have suggested that some older iPhones could miss out this year. If you are using a newer model, you are probably fine, but it is still worth checking the official compatibility list once Apple confirms it during WWDC.
Back Up Your iPhone Before Installing The Beta
The next step is backing up your iPhone, which is one of the most essential and a must-check on your checklist. While it is boring, it is also very crucial as you could lose your photos, messages, WhatsApp chats, and that one random screenshot that you definitely need three months later. You can back up your iPhone using iCloud or through Finder on your Mac before installing the beta.
Free Up Enough Space For The iOS 27 Beta
You should also make sure that your iPhone has enough free storage space. Major iOS beta updates can take up a decent amount of space, and installation errors usually show up when your device is already gasping for storage. You can delete unused apps, old videos, and large downloads before starting the installation.
Note: You can use all of these prerequisites when Apple releases subsequent developer and public beta builds of iOS 27 in the future.
Know The Risks And Should You Install?
The first iOS 27 developer beta is not meant for everyone, and users should know what they are getting into. Early beta software can include bugs, app crashes, battery drain, overheating, and random issues, so if your iPhone is your main device, we would advise you to wait at least until the public beta arrives. However, if you have a spare iPhone, then be our guest and install away.
iOS 27 will be a major update, considering the number of AI improvements it will bring to the table. Siri and Apple Intelligence are rumored to bring massive gains to the table, and the platforms could finally catch up to the competition. We will be covering the event in extensive detail, so be sure to keep an eye out.
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