#Apple Developer Program

Apple has made a major change by permitting users with free Apple developer accounts to access the company's latest software developer betas simultaneously with those who pay, without requiring the annual USD 99 fee for the Apple Developer Program. In the past, Apple has only allowed those with a paid Apple Developer account to access early developer betas of new operating system updates. However, this year, anyone who signs in to the Apple Developer site using their Apple ID can access the developer beta builds of iOS 17, macOS Sonoma, and other operating systems for free. The only requirement is to have an Apple Developer account. The list of available betas is linked to the user's Apple ID, so they must sign in to their device using the same Apple ID used to sign-in to Apple's developer site. Apple has just announced its Independent Repair Provider Program, allowing companies interested in offering out-of-warranty repair service for iPhones. Independent companies that apply are required to be an established business, with its business documents set to be reviewed and verified by Apple.  Currently, the program is only available to companies in the US. Read more in our articles including "Apple OS dev betas no longer require $99 fee" and "Apple iPhone 12, 12 mini in Purple now official".