Apple releases new macOS Sequoia 15.5, iOS 18.5, iPadOS 18.5, and tvOS 18.5 public betas
Apple has launched the first public betas for macOS Sequoia 15.5, iOS 18.5, iPadOS 18.5, and tvOS 18.5, inviting non-developers to test the latest updates ahead of their official release. Announced on April 15, 2025, these betas follow the second developer betas, offering a glimpse into Apple’s ongoing refinements across its ecosystem. Public beta testers can download the updates via the Settings app after enrolling through Apple’s beta testing website.
These updates are relatively minor, focusing on stability, bug fixes, and subtle enhancements. For iOS 18.5, the Mail app introduces options to disable contact photos and group emails by sender, reverting to a simpler iOS 17-like interface. Minor tweaks to AppleCare information display also appear in the Settings app. macOS Sequoia 15.5 and iPadOS 18.5 align with these changes, emphasizing under-the-hood improvements. tvOS 18.5 likely includes similar optimizations, though specific features remain undisclosed. Posts on X suggest Apple may have revamped its base language model, potentially boosting Apple Intelligence features like Siri, Translation, and Genmoji, though confirmation awaits further testing.
As Apple prepares for WWDC 2025 in June, these betas signal the final major updates before iOS 19 and macOS 16. Beta testers are cautioned about potential instability and encouraged to share feedback to shape the final releases, expected in May 2025.
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