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How to download iPadOS 27 right now - and which models support it 7%
By Cesar Cadenas59%
7/14/2026, 6:00:00 PM
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Apple unveiled iPadOS 27 during WWDC 2026 last month, highlighting new features coming to its tablet platform.
Shortly after the presentation, the company released the first developer beta, giving users an early opportunity to try out the software before the official release this fall.
Now, you can download the iPadOS public beta.
Much of WWDC was focused on Apple Intelligence and the different ways it'll change how people use their iPads.
You'll see major upgrades to Siri, enhanced image editing tools, and new features in Safari.
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If you're interested in trying out the beta, I highly recommend backing up your iPad before proceeding.
Beta builds aren't the most stable pieces of software, and iPadOS 27 is no different.
You may encounter bugs, glitches, and the occasional crash.
Backing up the files will keep them from being permanently deleted.
How to install iPadOS 27 public beta
To access the iPadOS 27 public beta, you'll need a compatible iPad (see the full list below).
1.
Go to your iPad Settings.
2.
Navigate to General.
3.
Select Software Update.
4.
Turn on Beta Updates.
5.
Download iPadOS 27 Public Beta.
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Which iPads are compatible with iPadOS 27?
The following devices support iPadOS 27:
iPad Pro
* iPad Pro (M4 and later)
* iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation and later)
* iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation and later)
iPad Air
* iPad Air 13-inch (M2 and later)
* iPad Air 11-inch (M2, M3, and M4)
* iPad Air (4th generation and later)
iPad
* iPad (A16)
* iPad (9th generation and later)
iPad mini
* iPad mini (A17 Pro)
* iPad mini (6th generation and later)
When will iPadOS 27 be released?
This month's public beta of iPadOS 27 gives more users the opportunity to try out the software before it is officially released sometime in Fall 2026.
If history repeats itself, the final version of iPadOS 27 should arrive sometime in September 2026 alongside the other updates.
How to install iPadOS 27 developer beta
To access the iPadOS 27 developer beta, you'll first need to enroll in Apple's Developer Program.
Download the Apple Developer app from the App Store if you don't already have it and sign in with your Apple Account.
After signing in:
1.
Review and accept the Apple Developer Agreement.
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Tap Enroll Now, then select Continue when prompted.
3.
Enter your personal information and verify your identity.
4.
Review your information, then hit Continue.
5.
Select Individual for the entity type.
6.
Review and accept the Apple Developer Program License Agreement.
The Apple Developer Program is free if you just want access to the beta.
Apple's $99 annual subscription is only necessary if you plan to distribute apps on Apple platforms or need access to additional developer tools.
Once your enrollment is complete, open the Settings app on your iPad and navigate to General > Software Update.
There, you will see the option to download and install iPadOS 27.
How to submit feedback to Apple
Along with the beta, you will receive the Feedback Assistant app.
You can use this app to submit feedback directly to Apple about any issues you encounter with the beta.
It even comes with an on-device diagnostics tool that automatically collects OS diagnostic information and all recent crash logs.
The app also provides detailed forms that you can fill out by answering "specific, conditional questions".
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