Apple has released the Release Candidate (RC) build of iOS version 17.4 for beta testers. This update has been simultaneously released for iPadOS 17.4 RC, macOS 17.4 RC, and other operating systems. This step indicates that the final version intended for the public will be released in the near future.
Redaksiya reports that these Release Candidate builds are the final test versions in the last testing phase before being presented to the public as a stable version. The company typically distributes such RC builds to beta testers a few days before releasing them to end-users. This is the last chance to identify and fix any critical errors.
The release of iOS 17.4 RC aligns with Apple's planned schedule for new operating system updates. This update is expected to bring many new features and improvements. Beta testers can already test these new features. The company has not yet announced the exact date for the public release, but the availability of the RC build suggests that this date is very close.