After the iPhone 17 event today, Apple has introduced a fresh round of software updates for beta testers. The RC (release candidate) versions of macOS Tahoe, iPadOS 26, and more have been released.
### RC Now Released for macOS Tahoe, iPadOS 26, and More
In recent months, beta testers have had the opportunity to access early versions of Apple’s upcoming major software updates. These updates encompass iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS Tahoe, tvOS 26, and others. Now, the RC versions of these software updates are ready for beta testers as well.
Apple is optimistic that these RC builds will serve as the final shipping software that will be available to all users. Nonetheless, the pre-release phase for beta testers is designed to identify any last-minute fixes that may be required ahead of the broader launch. Should Apple uncover any significant issues in the coming days after these RCs are released, it may opt to provide additional RC builds in beta. This initiative aims to ensure that the most stable and bug-free software is delivered at the public launch.
If you have been testing one of Apple’s upcoming software releases in beta, you should find the RC build now listed in the Settings app under General ⇾ Software Update.
How has your testing experience been with macOS Tahoe, iPadOS 26, and Apple’s other beta releases? Do they seem prepared for public release? Share your thoughts in the comments.
