Apple Releases iOS 10 Golden Master to Public Beta Testers

Apple Releases iOS 10 Golden Master to Public Beta Testers

Apple on Thursday released the iOS 10 Golden Master to public beta testers for testing. The new release comes one day following the Wednesday release of the Golden Master to developers. The Golden Master is the version of iOS 10 that will be released to the public on Tuesday, September 13, unless some really killer bugs are discovered before then.

Apple Releases iOS 10 Golden Master to Public Beta Testers

Today’s new version, is available as over-the-air updates to users who either have a previous beta seed, or the beta configuration profile installed on their devices.

iOS 10 offers a number of new features and interface tweaks, including a new Lock Screen that includes 3D Touch-enabled notifications, a redesigned Control Center, and a new Widgets Screen. The Lock Screen also offers easier access to the Camera.Other improvements include improved Messages features, featuring handwritten notes, background animations, effects, new more diverse emoji, and an App Store for iMessage which will offer new stickers, animations and more for use in the Messages app.

Apple’s iOS 10 operating system is currently only available to developers and public beta testers. However, an official public release is due on September 13th.