Apple rolls out iOS 18 developer beta 53 min read Last Updated : Aug 06 2024 | 11:13 AM ISTApple has released iOS 18 developer beta 5 for eligible iPhone models.
The new update brings improvements across the board and packs new features, too, including a “Distraction Control” in Safari browser.
The iOS 18 developer beta 5 also brings redesigned app icons and refinements.
Here is all you need to know about Apple’s iOS 18 developer beta 5:iOS 18 developer beta 5: What is newDistraction Control in Safari
With iOS 18 developer beta 5, Apple has rolled out a new feature for its native web browser Safari that lets users remove certain elements from a webpage that the user might find distracting.
Called “Distraction Control”, the new feature allows users to selectively block content on webpages such as sign-in pop ups and overlays.
Under the page menu interface on Safari, there is a now new “Hide Distracting Items” option available.
Selecting the option will prompt the user to select elements from the webpage that they wish to remove.Changes to Photos app
Apple has reportedly made several tweaks to the redesigned Photos app based on user feedback.
With iOS developer’s beta 5, Apple has removed the carousel view that it introduced with the new operating system.
Carousel view allowed users to swipe and view picture highlights that were updated every day.
Additionally, in the new version, Apple has also improved the “All Photos” section which now displays more photos on the display at once.
The new version also makes it easier to access photo albums.Redesigned icons
In iOS 18 developer beta 5, Apple has introduced new dark mode icons for Maps and Find My apps.
Additionally, the company has also tweaked multiple Control Center icons including those for cellular data, screen mirroring, and more.Stolen Device Protection in Settings
With the new version, Stolen Device Protection is now accessible from both “Privacy and Security” and “FaceID and Passcode” menus in the Settings app.iOS 18 developer beta 5: How to download and install
Sign up for the developer beta on Apple’s website (https://beta.apple.com/sp/betaprogram/)
On iPhone, go to Settings-General-Software Update
Tap on the Beta Updates option and select iOS 18 Developer Beta
Move back to Software Update page and wait for the download to appear
Agree to Apple terms and initiate download process
Installation will begin after download process
Note: Backup iPhone before installing the betaiOS 18 developer beta: Eligible iPhone models
iPhone 15
iPhone 15 Plus
iPhone 15 Pro
iPhone 15 Pro Max
iPhone 14
iPhone 14 Plus
iPhone 14 Pro
iPhone 14 Pro Max
iPhone 13
iPhone 13 mini
iPhone 13 Pro
iPhone 13 Pro Max
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 mini
iPhone 12 Pro
iPhone 12 Pro Max
iPhone 11
iPhone 11 Pro
iPhone 11 Pro Max
iPhone XS
iPhone XS Max
iPhone XR
iPhone SE (2nd generation or later)
Note: Not all features are available on all iPhones.
Features related to Apple Intelligence are exclusive to iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Likewise, there are other features that are available only on select iPhone models.
The iOS 18 developer beta 5, however, is generally available for testing on all above listed models.First Published: Aug 06 2024 | 11:13 AMIST
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