Apple has rolled out a modified version of iOS 26 Beta 4 for developers, which comes with a separate build number. However, this appears to be a very minor update that may include some bug fixes. A beta release tracker also observed that the latest developer version of Beta 4 updates the build number to match the first iOS 26 Public Beta to roll out on Thursday. The iOS 26 Beta 4 was originally released with build number 23A5297i, however, the new one allegedly brings to build number 23A5297m.
iOS 26 beta 4 modification is likely to update a minor update
The iPhone manufacturer made a new construction of iOS 26 Beta 4 with a new build number, which matches the first public beta released on Thursday. According to the beta release tracker beta profile on X (East), iOS 26 Beta 4 was first released with build number 23A5297i for developers, but the revised version comes with build number 23A5297m. Apple also rolled out the first public beta build of iPados 26 and Macos 26 on Friday.
Re -released iOS 26 Beta 4 comes with a new build ID: 23A5297m (first 23A5297i). So if you want, you can switch to the public beta from the developer beta through the software update> beta update.
– Beta profiles (@betaprofiles) July 24, 2025
It is not currently clear whether Apple has made any changes with the re -released developer beta. The cupertino company could make a minor twics in addition to some bug fix for the original developer Beta 4. Developers were made available to developers.
The iOS 26 Beta 4 made several significant changes on the third beta release. After reducing transparent UI elements due to aromatic issues, dialing elements of liquid glass design. Additionally, the company has enabled the notification summary again for the months of news and entertainment after disabled it months ago.
Apple also made minor changes in the camera app icon and call screening options. The first iOS 26 Beta 4 Build made the background a slightly darker and made scrolling easier through the notification center, which solve the streamlined issues flagged by early examiners.
Apple is expected to roll out iOS 26, which was first shown during the WWDC 2025 event, around the same time when it launches the iPhone 17 series this year. The company has not yet confirmed the launch of the phone, but various leaks around its specifications have already been revealed online.
