VisionOS 2.3 beta 1 is now available, as well as tvOS 18.3 and watchOS 11.3

It's time for a new beta. Apple has released beta 1 for visionOS 2.3, tvOS 18.3, watchOS 11.3, and more exclusively for developers. Here's what to expect.

New beta 1 releases mean two things

Apple's release of beta 1 for its various platforms means two things:

Today, we'll likely see a ton of new features
But there will likely also be new bugs and performance issues

For users who aren't able to regularly run beta software, it's important to know that beta 1 can be a high-risk, high-reward scenario.

On the one hand, you could be one of the first users to try out new features that won't be released publicly for some time.

But at the same time, your devices could be plagued with issues related to beta software.

The additions and changes found in visionOS 2.3, tvOS 18.3, and watchOS 11.3 are currently unknown.

We'll report any new features we discover so you can make an informed decision about whether or not to upgrade.

Subsequent beta releases will likely be more stable, but for now, just know that beta 1 may contain a lot of bugs.

Apple's Latest Software Updates and What's Next

Apple just sent out major new software updates across its entire line of devices last week. Among the highlights were new Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18.2 and an updated Mac Virtual Display feature in Vision Pro.

But there were plenty of other additions, too. The Apple TV 4K got improved projector support and a new screensaver, the Apple Watch got an improved Camera Remote, and even the HomePod got some attention thanks to major changes to Siri and Apple Music.

Apple now has a slew of new software updates ready for developer beta testing: