Apple has officially rolled out iOS 26 Developer Beta 2, just two weeks after launching the first beta following WWDC 2025. The latest release brings subtle feature upgrades and potentially confirms details about the iPhone 17 Air display.
Key Highlights from iOS 26 Developer Beta 2
1. Bug Fixes
- Apple reissued the first beta on June 13 to address a low battery indicator bug.
- The issue caused some iPhones to not turn on after installation.
2. Dock Alignment Update
- If there are fewer than four app icons in the dock, it’s now left-aligned instead of centered.
- This may be a temporary bug or an intentional change.
3. New Apple Music Widget
- A new Live Radio widget is now available.
- To add:
Go to home screen > long press > Edit > Add Widget > Music > Live Radio.
4. Safari Menu Redesign
- The three-dot “More” menu in Safari is now streamlined.
- Options include:
- Share screen content
- Add Bookmark
- Add Bookmark at location
- New tab and private tab access
- View all bookmarks and tabs
5. Ringtone Enhancement
- Apple has added a new version of the Reflections ringtone under the name Alt 1.
- Navigate: Settings > Sound & Haptics > Ringtone > Reflections.
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iPhone 17 Air Display Clue Found
- A new version of the Clownfish wallpaper (famously shown during the original 2007 iPhone launch) has appeared in iOS 26 Developer Beta 2.
- The wallpaper resolution is 420×912@3x, which translates to 1260 × 2736 — a resolution not previously used in any iPhone model.
- This matches closely with the 1260 x 2740 resolution predicted for the iPhone 17 Air by analyst Ming-Chi Kuo.
How to Install iOS 26 Developer Beta 2
If you’re an Apple Beta Program member:
- Go to Settings > General > Software Update
- Tap Beta Updates, select iOS 26 Developer Beta
- Follow on-screen instructions to download and install
- Make sure to back up your device beforehand
If you’re not signed up:
- Visit beta.apple.com
- Tap Sign Up and follow the steps to enroll your iPhone
This beta offers early insights into Apple’s software direction and could be hinting at the iPhone 17 Air’s ultra-slim display specs. Stay tuned as more updates roll out before the final release in September.