iOS 26.2 Beta Enhances Sleep Score and Apple News Features

Apple has released the first beta version of iOS 26.2, just a day after the public launch of iOS 26.1. This update emphasizes various enhancements aimed at improving user experience rather than introducing major new features.

New Features in iOS 26.2 Beta

• Revised Sleep Score Ranges: Apple has updated sleep score evaluations. The “High” score category now ranges from 81 to 95, an increase from the previous 70 to 89.
• Lock Screen Enhancement: The Lock Screen’s clock control has been upgraded. Users can now adjust the transparency of the time display using a liquid glass slider.
• Apple News Design Update: Apple News features a refreshed look, now including four quick-select categories tailored to user engagement.
• Podcasts Improvements: The Podcasts app introduces auto-generated chapters, making it simpler to follow or revisit mentioned podcasts.
• Urgent Reminders: Users setting reminders marked as “urgent” will now be prompted to set alarms or timers for those notifications.
• Freeform App Enhancements: Users can now add tables to their boards within the Freeform app.

How to Install iOS 26.2 Beta

For those interested in testing the iOS 26.2 beta, both public and developer installation methods are available.

Public Beta Installation

1. Visit the Apple Beta page and click on Sign Up.
2. Register with your Apple ID.
3. Log in to the Beta Software Program.
4. Enroll your iOS device.
5. Open Settings, tap General, and then Software Update.
6. Select iOS Public Beta from the Beta Updates section.

Developer Beta Installation

For developers, a registered account is necessary, though a free developer account suffices. The following steps outline the process using the Apple Developer app:

1. Download the Apple Developer app from the App Store.
2. Open the app and tap on Account.
3. Sign in with your Apple ID.

For more comprehensive details on the iOS 26 series, visit our iOS 26 superguide on Emegypt.