Apple releases third iOS 27.2 developer beta for iPhone
Apple has released the third developer beta for iOS 27.2, which follows the official launch of iOS 27 and skips the iPhone Duo-specific iOS 27.1 update. This beta introduces a redesigned Health app, dual capture mode for Group FaceTime, and expanded Siri language support. The update also brings Apple TV app profiles to iPhone and makes several interface adjustments to the Apple Podcasts and Music applications.
- ▪Apple released the third iOS 27.2 developer beta for iPhone on October 5, 2026.
- ▪The update includes a redesigned Health app and dual capture mode for Group FaceTime.
- ▪Siri AI language support now includes French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, and Spanish.
- ▪iOS 27.1 is designated exclusively for the iPhone Duo, a new foldable device.
- ▪Apple Podcasts now features color-matched backgrounds and a renamed 'New Episodes' section.
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- ▪ Third developer betas for iOS 27.2, macOS 27.2 land for testing — AppleInsider
- ▪ Apple Seeds Third macOS Golden Gate 27.2 Beta to Developers — MacRumors
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