The sex vu to thu damiPadOS 18 public beta dropped earlier this week, giving us a sneak peek into iPad's next big update ahead of iPadOS 18's official release later this year.
One of the most highly anticipated features of iPadOS 18, as evidenced by the "most replayed" portion of Apple's WWDC 2024 YouTube livestream, is Math Notes. Screen sharing is another eye-catching feature, allowing users to employ informal technical support methods with tech-confused loved ones.
To try these features, though, you'll have to install the iPadOS 18 public beta.
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How to install iPadOS 18 public beta
Keep in mind that iPadOS 18 is still a bit rough around the edges. To protect your device, I highly suggest backing up your iPad. If you have an extra iPad lying around that supports iPadOS 18, I recommend you use that instead of running the public beta on your daily driver iPad.
Now that you're aware of the risks, let me show you how to install iPadOS 18 public beta.
Go to Settings.
iPadOS on a 13-inch iPad Pro Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable Under General, tap on Software Update.
Tap on Beta Updatesfollowed byiPadOS 18 public beta.
Hit the back button (on the top left) to head back to the Software Updatepage.
Tap on Update Now.
Installing iPadOs 18 on a 13-inch iPad Pro Credit: Kimberly Gedeon / Mashable You may be prompted to type in your passcode. A progress bar will appear, getting your iPad ready to install iPadOS 18 public beta. It should only take a few minutes before the "Install Now" button appears.
As mentioned at the outset, the official release date of iPadOS 18 is some time in the fall, perhaps alongside the launch of iPhone 16.
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