iOS 26.3 public beta 1 has been released, and users can now experience it.

Apple has officially released the first public betas of iOS 26.3, iPadOS 26.3, tvOS 26.3, and watchOS 26.3, allowing the general public to experience the new features. This move comes just days after the corresponding betas were made available to the developer community.

How to install the public beta update

Interested users can download and install the public beta by signing up for the beta program on Apple's official website. After successful registration, the update will automatically appear in the "Software Updates" section of the "Settings" app on compatible devices.

Notable changes in iOS 26.3 beta 1

The iOS 26.3 beta 1 update brings several improvements focused on enhancing interoperability between platforms and devices.

Simplify data transfer to Android.

One of the key changes is the introduction of a simpler method, allowing iPhone users to transfer their personal data to an Android device when they need to switch platforms.

Expanding the notification transition in the EU

In the European Union (EU) market, this update adds a "Notification Forwarding" feature for third-party wearable devices. This allows notifications from the iPhone to be displayed directly and seamlessly on these devices, not limited to the Apple ecosystem.

Currently, these are the main changes noted in the first beta version of iOS 26.3. Other new features may be added in subsequent beta versions before the official release.