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# Testing Apple Beta Releases

> Enroll Apple devices in beta OS programs with Iru Endpoint using ADE, Managed OS, or the Software Update Library Item, and request AppleCare log collection.

<Callout icon="apple" color="#B84A7A" iconType="regular">This guide applies to Apple devices</Callout>

<Note>
  We encourage you to try Apple beta OS releases and share what you find. Beta operating systems aren’t supported through our normal support channels (such as live chat), so please send any beta‑related feedback to [apple-beta-feedback@iru.com](mailto:apple-beta-feedback@iru.com) for direct review by our R\&D team.
</Note>

### About Testing Apple Beta Releases

Apple beta programs such as [AppleSeed for IT](https://beta.apple.com/for-it) and the Apple Beta Software Program let you evaluate upcoming OS releases before they are publicly available. Organizations often enroll a limited set of devices so IT can validate apps, configurations, and workflows against pre-release builds.

Iru Endpoint supports three ways to manage Apple beta program enrollments and version enforcement. Use the option that fits your goal: enrollment during Setup Assistant, a required beta build after enrollment, or an opt-in experience for users. For Managed OS enforcement details, see [Understanding Managed OS for Apple Platforms](/en/endpoint/library/managed-os/understanding-managed-os-for-apple-platforms). To keep devices on stable releases and block beta enrollment, see [Restrict Access to Beta OS Releases](/en/endpoint/devices/device-configurations/apple/restrict-access-to-beta-os-releases).

When you are actively testing betas, use [apple-beta-feedback@iru.com](mailto:apple-beta-feedback@iru.com) for product feedback related to Iru Endpoint on beta OS releases.

### Ways to Manage Apple Beta Program Enrollment

#### At enrollment, using the ADE Library Item

Use **Require minimum OS version** in the Automated Device Enrollment Library Item to enforce a beta enrollment and an OS upgrade or beta update *before* the device enrolls into Iru Endpoint. This is helpful for testing enrollment-time configurations on new OS releases.

For beta targets, set **Custom**, select **This is a beta version**, and choose a **Seed Token**. Iru applies **Software Update Settings** (beta enrollment) and then **Software Update Enforcement** (to the specified version) during Setup Assistant. For steps, see [Require Minimum OS Version](/en/endpoint/enrollment/apple/configuring-apple-enrollment#require-minimum-os-version) in **Configuring Apple Enrollment**.

#### Managed OS

Use Managed OS to enforce a beta program enrollment and a specific beta release together after enrollment. Enrollment and version enforcement stay in one Library Item. Managed OS applies **Software Update Settings**, then **Software Update Enforcement**, for the Seed Token and build you configure.

For behavior and configuration, see [Understanding Managed OS for Apple Platforms](/en/endpoint/library/managed-os/understanding-managed-os-for-apple-platforms#enforce-a-specific-version), [Configure Managed OS for macOS](/en/endpoint/library/managed-os/configure-managed-os-for-macos#enforce-a-specific-version), and [Configure Managed OS for iOS, iPadOS, and tvOS](/en/endpoint/library/managed-os/configure-managed-os-for-ios-ipados-and-tvos).

#### Software Update Library Item

Use the Software Update Library Item to test the end user experience of updating or upgrading manually, or to offer one or more beta program enrollments for user opt-in, without requiring a specific beta version at the same time.

Under **Other**, in **iPhone, iPad, Mac only settings**, set **Beta program enrollment** to one of the following:

* **Not configured**: Do not manage beta enrollment from this Library Item. Use this when Managed OS or ADE handles beta enrollment and version enforcement.
* **Disallow**: Prevent users from enrolling in beta programs from Software Update settings. See [Restrict Access to Beta OS Releases](/en/endpoint/devices/device-configurations/apple/restrict-access-to-beta-os-releases).
* **Offer**: Present one or more selected beta programs so users can opt in on the device.
* **Enforce**: Enroll the device in a selected beta program without requiring a specific beta OS version. To enforce a specific beta *version*, keep **Beta program enrollment** as **Not configured** and use [Managed OS](/en/endpoint/library/managed-os/understanding-managed-os-for-apple-platforms#enforce-a-specific-version) instead.

**Offer** and **Enforce** are supported on **macOS 15.4+** and **iOS/iPadOS 18.0+**. When you choose **Offer** or **Enforce**, select the **Beta programs** to apply (for example, Seed Tokens synced from Apple).

For full Software Update configuration, including deferrals and automatic updates, see [Delay and Enforce OS Updates](/en/endpoint/devices/device-configurations/apple/delay-and-enforce-os-updates#configure-the-software-update-library-item).

<Note>
  Beta seed builds are exempt from Software Update deferral on devices already enrolled in an Apple beta software program. Deferral periods also do not apply to updates deployed by MDM.
</Note>

### Request AppleCare Enhanced Log Collection (iOS and iPadOS)

AppleCare may ask you to run enhanced log collection on a device that is testing an Apple beta. On supervised iPhone and iPad devices running **iOS 27+** or **iPadOS 27+** beta releases, you can trigger that collection from the device record in Iru Endpoint after AppleCare provides a token.

#### Requirements

* Supervised iPhone or iPad enrolled in Iru Endpoint
* Device currently running an **iOS 27+** or **iPadOS 27+** beta release
* AppleCare token provided for the enhanced log collection request

#### Trigger Enhanced Log Collection

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the Device Record">
    Go to the **Devices** page and select the iPhone or iPad that is testing an Apple beta.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open the Device Action Menu">
    Open the **Device Action Menu** (ellipsis) in the upper right corner of the device record, then select **Trigger enhanced log collection**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter the AppleCare Token">
    In the **Trigger enhanced log collection** dialog, enter the **AppleCare token** provided by AppleCare, then click **Trigger enhanced log collection**.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm the Request Status">
    After you submit the request, the device record shows an **Enhanced log collection status** banner (for example **Requested**) while collection proceeds.
  </Step>
</Steps>

### Related Articles

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