iOS 18.1 Beta 7: What's New and How to Install

iOS 18.1 Beta 7 Release

Apple released the seventh beta version of iOS 18.1 to developers on Tuesday, October 11th. The update includes several new features and bug fixes, including a new battery indicator in the status bar, a redesigned Lock Screen, and improvements to the Camera app.

What's New in iOS 18.1 Beta 7

One of the most notable new features in iOS 18.1 Beta 7 is the new battery indicator in the status bar. The indicator shows the battery level of your iPhone, as well as the battery level of any connected AirPods or Apple Watch. This makes it easier to see how much battery life you have left, without having to open the Settings app. Another new feature in iOS 18.1 Beta 7 is the redesigned Lock Screen. The Lock Screen now includes a new widget that shows the current weather conditions. You can also add other widgets to the Lock Screen, such as calendar events, reminders, and news headlines. The Camera app has also been improved in iOS 18.1 Beta 7. The update includes a new Cinematic mode that allows you to record videos with a shallow depth of field. You can also use the new Action mode to record videos with less shake. In addition to these new features, iOS 18.1 Beta 7 also includes a number of bug fixes. These fixes include: * A fix for an issue that could cause the Settings app to crash * A fix for an issue that could cause the Mail app to freeze * A fix for an issue that could cause the Safari app to crash

How to Install iOS 18.1 Beta 7

If you are a developer, you can install iOS 18.1 Beta 7 by following these steps: 1. Download the iOS 18.1 Beta 7 profile from the Apple Developer website. 2. Open the Settings app on your iPhone. 3. Tap on the General tab. 4. Tap on the Software Update tab. 5. Tap on the Install Beta Update button. 6. Agree to the terms and conditions. 7. Tap on the Install button. Once the update is installed, you will need to restart your iPhone. You can then start using the new features and bug fixes in iOS 18.1 Beta 7.