Apple has released the first iOS 27.2 public beta for iPhone. The update gives users willing to test pre-release software early access to the redesigned Health app, which Apple unveiled during its iPhone 18 Pro event, according to 9to5Mac.
The public beta follows two developer releases: the first arrived six days earlier, while developer beta 2 was issued the day before the public version. iOS 27.2 is expected to follow the stable release of iOS 27, which launched on September 14. Its official rollout is planned for October.
A redesigned Health app reaches beta testers
The most prominent change in iOS 27.2 is the arrival of the new Health app on iPhone. Apple had already previewed the redesign, but this beta makes the updated interface available ahead of its wider release.
9to5Mac also reports that Apple has enabled lab scheduling and purchases through Quest Diagnostics within the Health app in the iOS 27.2 beta. The listed price is $119. The source does not specify which countries or regions can use this option, so availability beyond the reported beta feature is not confirmed.
Updates for FaceTime, Siri and Apple apps
The first iOS 27.2 developer beta also introduced several changes across Apple’s apps and services. Dual capture mode is coming to Group FaceTime, although the source does not explain how the feature works. Siri AI, meanwhile, expands language support to French, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish.
iOS 27.2 also brings Apple TV app profiles to iPhone. In Apple Podcasts, “Up Next” is renamed “New Episodes,” while the Continue Playing section moves directly below it. Episode lists also gain colour-matched backgrounds. Apple Music, for its part, now uses less of an icon’s colour in app labels.
A separate iOS 27.1 release for iPhone Duo
The version sequence may appear unusual. According to 9to5Mac, iOS 27.1 is reserved for iPhone Duo, while iOS 27.2 is the next update following the public launch of iOS 27.
Apple has said that the iOS 27.1 SDK will allow developers to make full use of the iPhone Duo display. The company also released an Xcode 27.1 beta on Friday, adding an iPhone Duo simulator and app-development support for the foldable iPhone. iOS 27.2 therefore follows a separate path, focused in particular on Health and updates to Apple’s own apps.
FAQ
Who can install the first iOS 27.2 public beta?
It is intended for iPhone users who choose the public beta track. A developer beta is available as well.
When will iOS 27.2 be released publicly?
Apple is expected to issue the official version in October, according to the source. No specific release date has been provided.
Can the new Health app be used to buy lab tests?
9to5Mac says the beta has an active option to schedule and purchase labs through Quest Diagnostics for $119. The source does not confirm country-by-country availability.
Does iOS 27.2 add French support to Siri AI?
Yes. French is among the languages added in this beta, alongside Japanese, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish.
What is changing in Apple Podcasts?
“Up Next” becomes “New Episodes,” Continue Playing moves immediately underneath, and episode lists receive colour-matched backgrounds.
Is iOS 27.2 designed for iPhone Duo?
9to5Mac says iOS 27.1 is specifically for iPhone Duo and includes an SDK for its display. iOS 27.2 is the next update after iOS 27.
Considerations
This first public beta offers an early look at the redesigned Health app, the update’s central addition. The FaceTime, Siri, Apple TV, Podcasts and Apple Music changes round out the release, but beta software is still intended for users prepared to test pre-release updates before the stable version expected in October.
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