As promised today during the WWDC 20014 keynote, the first beta of IOS 8 is now available for download to developers. The latest version of its mobile operating system brings with it a lot of changes and new features. Among the highlights are the way Apple is helping bridge the gap between iOS and OS X with something called continuity, interactive notifications, widgets and a completely new programming language called Swift.
iOS 8 includes over 4,000 new APIs that let you add amazing new features and capabilities to your apps. Deeper integration with iOS means you can extend the reach of your app content and functionality. And with bold new technologies for game development, you can create even more incredible, responsive, and immersive gaming experiences.
The iOS 8 beta 1 software and SDK are already available to iOS Developer Program members at developer.apple.com. It is compatible with the iPhone 4s, iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, iPhone 5s, iPod touch 5th generation, iPad 2, iPad with Retina display, iPad Air, iPad mini and iPad mini with Retina display. It appears that the Apple iPhone 4 will remain on iOS 7.
The final version of iOS 8 is expected to launch sometime in the fall. It will be a free download.
Source : Apple Developer