Apple has officially released iOS 18 beta 2 to developers, just two weeks after the initial beta version. While this second beta might not be the most exciting, it still introduces some significant changes and features.

Key Highlights of iOS 18 Beta 2:

• iPhone Mirroring: A major addition to this beta is the ability to mirror your iPhone’s screen directly onto your Mac, including notifications, gestures, and more. This requires a Mac running macOS Sequoia beta 2.
• Enhanced SharePlay: The SharePlay screen-sharing feature has been upgraded to allow users to take over and control another person’s screen.
• Expanded DMA Compliance: iPadOS 18 beta 2 extends changes made in response to the EU’s Digital Markets Act (DMA) to the iPad. This includes support for alternative browser engines and app marketplaces.

Cautions and Expectations:

While iOS 18 beta 2 brings new functionalities, it’s important to remember that early beta stages can be unpredictable, and some features present in beta 1 might not function as expected in beta 2. Users are advised to proceed with caution.

Additionally, major changes and improvements are anticipated in subsequent beta releases, particularly iOS 18 beta 3, as Apple gathers feedback and addresses concerns.

Availability and Future Updates:

iOS 18 is currently available for developer beta testers, with a public beta expected in July and a general release scheduled for September.

Apple continues to refine and enhance iOS 18 with each beta release, paving the way for a more polished and feature-rich experience for iPhone and iPad users in the future.

The App Store icon has a new dark mode version:

Also, there is a new toggle for “RCS Messaging” under “Messages” in the Settings app. RCS doesn’t seem to be active yet, but it appears to be enabled by default.

Once more, the Passwords app has a new “+” symbol in the lower-right corner that makes it simple to add new login details. This button was previously limited to the app’s “All” menu.