Is it safe to install the iOS 28 beta on my main iPhone?

Early developer betas are usually unstable: expect battery drain, app crashes, and broken features. We recommend waiting for the public beta (or at least developer beta 3) before installing on a daily-driver iPhone, and always making an archived backup so you can downgrade.

What new features will iOS 28 have?

Nothing is confirmed yet, but reports point to a smarter, LLM-powered Siri with deeper app control, an evolution of Apple's Liquid Glass design language, system-wide live translation, an AI privacy dashboard, and generative writing tools in the keyboard. We track every credible iOS 28 rumor with a confidence rating.

Will the iPhone 12 or iPhone 13 get iOS 28?

The iPhone 13 series has a good chance of receiving iOS 28, as its A15 chip is still widely supported. The iPhone 12 series is at higher risk of being dropped in 2027, based on Apple's typical six-to-seven-year support window. Neither has been confirmed.

iOS 28 Beta Download, Release Date & Supported Devices

Q: When will iOS 28 be released?

iOS 28 is expected to be announced at the WWDC 2027 keynote on June 7, 2027, with the first developer beta released the same day. Based on Apple's release pattern, the final public version should ship in mid-September 2027, alongside the new iPhone lineup. Apple has not yet confirmed these dates.

Q: When does the iOS 28 beta come out?

The first iOS 28 developer beta is expected on June 7, 2027, immediately after the WWDC 2027 keynote. The iOS 28 public beta typically follows about four weeks later, in early-to-mid July 2027.

Q: Which iPhones will support iOS 28?

Based on Apple's device support history, iOS 28 is expected to support iPhone 13 and newer, including the iPhone 14, 15, 16, 17, and 18 series and iPhone SE (3rd generation) and later. The iPhone 12 series is the most at risk of being dropped. Apple will confirm the official list at WWDC 2027.

Q: Is the iOS 28 beta free?

Yes. Since 2023, Apple has made developer betas available to anyone with a free Apple Account enrolled at developer.apple.com. The public beta via beta.apple.com is also free, and the final iOS 28 release will be a free update for all supported iPhones.

Q: How do I install the iOS 28 beta?

Once the beta is live, enroll your Apple Account at developer.apple.com (or beta.apple.com for the public beta), then on your iPhone go to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates and select iOS 28 Developer Beta or iOS 28 Public Beta. Always back up your iPhone first.

Road to release

iOS 28 Beta Release Timeline

Keynote WWDC 2027 Keynote Mon, June 7, 2027 Expected

Beta 1 iOS 28 beta 1 Same day Expected

Public Beta iOS 28 public beta Early July 2027 Expected

RC Release candidate Early Sept 2027 Expected

Release iOS 28 final Mid-Sept 2027 Expected

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The iOS 28 Betas

iOS 28 Beta 1

The first developer beta — free with any Apple Account.

ExpectedJune 7, 2027

Build—

How to install

What's new Devices

iPhone running the iOS 28 developer beta (concept)

iOS 28 Public Beta

The polished preview for everyone, via beta.apple.com.

ExpectedJuly 2027

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How to join

Is it safe?Backup first

iPhone running the iOS 28 public beta (concept)

iOS 28 Final

The free final release for all supported iPhones.

ExpectedMid-Sept 2027

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iPhone running the final iOS 28 release (concept)

The essentials

Everything we know, at a glance

Four living guides distilled into one view. Every projection is built from Apple's verifiable release history — and labeled until Apple confirms it.

Release date

June 7, 2027

Expected announcement — WWDC 2027 keynote, followed by a summer-long beta cycle.

Developer betaJune 7, 2027 · free with any Apple Account
Public betaEarly–mid July 2027 · beta.apple.com
Final releaseMid-September 2027 · free for all supported iPhones

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Supported devices

iPhone 13+

Expected cutoff. iPhone 12 is on the bubble; Apple Intelligence features need iPhone 15 Pro or newer.

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Beta guide

Install it the day it drops

1Enroll free at developer.apple.com
2Make an archived backup
3Settings → Beta Updates

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Features & rumors

What's coming in iOS 28

Every credible claim, rated by confidence — updated as reporting firms up.

Next-gen Siri Liquid Glass 3.0 Live Translation AI Privacy Dashboard Smart Keyboard Local Backups

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Live tracker

Beta build tracker

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Every iOS 28 beta as it ships, with the full projected schedule. Updated within minutes of each Apple release.

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Compatibility checker

Will your iPhone get iOS 28?

Pick your model for an instant answer — including whether it gets Apple Intelligence.

Your iPhone

Projections based on Apple's device support history — confirmed at WWDC 2027.

Key dates

iOS 28 by the numbers

This table changes the moment Apple makes anything official.

Milestone	Expected date	Status
iOS 28 announcement (WWDC 2027)	June 7, 2027	Projected
First developer beta	June 7, 2027	Projected
Public beta	Early–mid July 2027	Projected
Final release	Mid-September 2027	Projected
Oldest supported iPhone	iPhone 13 (expected)	Projected
Price	Free update	Certain

From the blog

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Fresh guides and analysis, published throughout the rumor and beta seasons.

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Every iOS release now has two support lists — one for the OS, one for its AI. Where the line falls.

July 19, 2026

WWDC 2027: Dates, How to Watch, What to Expect

The keynote where iOS 28 goes official — projected for June 7, 2027, and how to follow it live.

July 19, 2026

How to Install the iOS 28 Developer Beta

Free enrollment, the Beta Updates toggle, the archived backup everyone skips, and launch-day fixes.

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FAQ

iOS 28 questions, answered

The short versions. Each answer links to a full guide with the detail.

When will iOS 28 be released?

iOS 28 is expected to be announced at the WWDC 2027 keynote on June 7, 2027, with the final version shipping in mid-September 2027 alongside the new iPhones. Apple hasn't confirmed dates yet — here's how we arrived at that projection.

When does the iOS 28 beta come out?

The first developer beta should land on June 7, 2027, right after the keynote. The public beta typically follows about four weeks later, in early-to-mid July. Our beta guide explains how to be ready on day one.

Which iPhones will support iOS 28?

We expect iPhone 13 and newer, including the SE (3rd gen) and later. The iPhone 12 series is most at risk of being dropped. See the full compatibility breakdown.

Is the iOS 28 beta free?

Yes. Developer betas have been free for everyone with an Apple Account since 2023, the public beta is free at beta.apple.com, and the final release is a free update.

How do I install the iOS 28 beta?

Enroll at developer.apple.com (or beta.apple.com for the public beta), then go to Settings → General → Software Update → Beta Updates on your iPhone and choose the iOS 28 beta. Back up first — the full walkthrough is here.

Is it safe to run the beta on my main iPhone?

Early developer betas are rough: battery drain, crashes, broken banking apps. Wait for the public beta if your iPhone is your only phone, and always make an archived backup so you can downgrade.

What's new in iOS 28?

Reports point to a fully LLM-powered Siri, the third generation of the Liquid Glass design, system-wide live translation, and an AI privacy dashboard. We rate every rumor's credibility on the features page.

Will the iPhone 12 or 13 get iOS 28?

iPhone 13: probably yes. iPhone 12: genuinely uncertain — it sits right at the edge of Apple's six-to-seven-year support window. Full analysis here.

June 7, 2027

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