Apple Releases tvOS 27 Beta 4: What’s New and How to Install

Apple has released tvOS 27 Beta 4 for developers, continuing testing ahead of the software’s public launch later this year. The update carries build number 24J5325d and arrives around two weeks after the third developer beta.



This release mainly focuses on improving stability and fixing problems reported in earlier beta versions. Since beta software can contain bugs, users should consider installing it only if they are comfortable testing unfinished software.



How to Install tvOS 27 Beta 4



You can download the latest developer beta directly through the Settings app on a compatible Apple TV.




Turn on your Apple TV and open Settings.



Select System.



Open Software Updates.



Select Beta Updates.



Choose tvOS 27 Developer Beta.



Return to the Software Updates screen.



Select Update Software, followed by Download and Install.




Your Apple TV must use an Apple Account registered with the developer program. Apple now allows users with a free developer account to access developer beta software. Keep the device connected to power and the internet until the installation finishes.



What’s New in tvOS 27 Beta 4?



Apple has not announced any major user-facing additions specifically for tvOS 27 Beta 4. The update appears to concentrate on bug fixes, performance improvements, and preparing existing features for the final release.




Bug fixes and improved stability: Beta 4 should address crashes, interface problems, and other issues discovered during earlier testing.



Smoother system performance: Apple continues to improve app-opening speeds, system animations, and general responsiveness across tvOS 27.



Improved Control Center: tvOS 27 includes a more responsive Control Center, making common settings and controls easier to access.



Redesigned Podcasts app: The Podcasts app receives an updated design that makes browsing shows, episodes, and saved content easier on a television screen.



Faster AirPlay connections: AirPlay connects more quickly when sending content from an iPhone, iPad, or Mac to Apple TV.



Larger text options: New accessibility settings allow users to increase text size across more parts of the tvOS interface.



AppleCare details in Settings: Users can check AppleCare coverage information directly from the Apple TV Settings app.




These features belong to the wider tvOS 27 update and are still being refined through the beta process. Apple may introduce additional adjustments before releasing the stable version.



Users running an earlier tvOS 27 beta should see Beta 4 inside Software Updates. If the update does not appear immediately, restart the Apple TV and check the Beta Updates setting again.



If you’ve already installed the update, let us know your experience in the comments.