Apple’s visionOS 26 beta 3 build 23M5290f is now available for Vision Pro. Learn how to download and install the latest developer beta.
How to Install visionOS 26 Developer Beta 3 on Apple Vision Pro
If you’re already running beta 2, updating to beta 3 is simple:
- Open the Settings app
- Go to General > Software Update
- Tap Download and Install
- Stay connected and let your Vision Pro handle the rest
You must have an Apple Developer account, but it’s free if you’re only testing beta software, so no $99 fee required unless you’re publishing apps.
If you haven’t enrolled yet, you can find detailed step-by-step instructions on installing visionOS 26 developer beta on the Vision Pro, right here.
What’s New in visionOS 26 Beta 3?
Along with backend improvements, here’s what’s turning heads with visionOS 26:
- Spatial Widgets — Pin them anywhere in your space
- Enhanced Personas — Your digital face just got way more lifelike for FaceTime and meetings
- Bug Fixes & Stability Improvements — Smoother performance across apps and UI
This update isn’t massive, but it feels more immersive with each new beta.
A Few Warnings Before You Install
- No easy downgrade path — Once you update, going back is complicated and can be costly
- Still beta software — Expect occasional glitches
- Public beta is expected soon, so casual users may want to wait
Only install visionOS 26 beta 3 if you’re okay with the occasional crash or are actively developing/test-driving for Vision Pro.
Final Thoughts
visionOS 26 beta 3 is shaping up to be Apple’s most futuristic OS yet, and if you’re part of the developer crowd, it’s worth checking out. Just remember, once you’re in, there’s no going back (easily). Proceed with curiosity and caution.
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