{
  "id": 1578546,
  "title": "Apple releases public beta 4 for iOS 27, macOS 27, iPadOS 27, tvOS 27",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/apple-releases-public-beta-4-for-ios-27-macos-27-ipados-27-tvos-27",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-08-17T22:12:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "9to5Mac",
    "slug": "9to5mac",
    "url": "https://9to5mac.com/2026/08/17/apple-releases-public-beta-4-for-ios-27-macos-27-ipados-27-tvos-27/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple has officially released its public beta 4 versions for iOS 27, macOS 27, iPadOS 27, and tvOS 27. This update follows closely on the heels of the company's earlier release of developer beta 6. The primary focus of the latest public beta is to provide users with a range of bug fixes and performance enhancements as Apple inches closer to the official release date in the coming weeks.\n\nAmong the new features in macOS 27 beta are a fresh set of wallpapers and redesigned stoplight window controls, specifically for the macOS 27 Golden Gate edition. Moreover, the build number for each public beta mirrors that of its corresponding developer beta 6.\n\nFor those interested in participating in the Public Beta program, Apple has provided a simple enrollment process via the link https://beta.apple.com. Users are advised to follow the instructions for each device type. It is recommended that beta software only be installed on a secondary device, and users with primary iPhones are encouraged to have a recent backup before proceeding.\n\nShould you notice any changes or have feedback about today's betas, Apple invites you to share your thoughts in the comments section. For more Apple news, be sure to check out 9to5Mac on YouTube.",
  "summary": "After releasing developer betas 6 earlier today, Apple is now rolling out iOS 27 public beta 4, alongside corresponding updates for some of its other platforms. Here are the details.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "MacRumors",
        "title": "Apple Releases iOS 26.6.1, macOS 26.6.2, and More",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/17/apple-releases-ios-26-6-1-macos-26-6-2-and-more",
        "published": "2026-08-17T17:52:23.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}