Apple’s iOS 27.2 beta 4 continues to include support for multiple user profiles in the Apple TV app on iPhone, allowing family members to maintain separate watchlists, viewing histories, and recommendations. The latest beta arrived on October 13, 2026, with build number 24B5110a, and the feature remains available after its introduction in the first iOS 27.2 beta.
As we previously reported, Apple introduced profiles on iPhone and iPad in September. The feature extends the profile system already available on Apple TV 4K, making it easier to share a device without mixing everyone’s viewing preferences.
What Apple TV Profiles Offer in iOS 27.2 Beta 4
The Apple TV app allows users to create and switch between profiles directly from their account settings. Each profile provides a separate viewing experience, while parents can configure additional restrictions for children.
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Here are the main features:
- Separate watchlists: Each profile maintains its own saved movies and TV shows.
- Personalized recommendations: Viewing history helps determine which content appears in recommendations.
- Child profiles: Parents can restrict movies and shows based on age ratings.
- Simple profile switching: Users can change profiles without repeatedly signing in.
- Optional profile selection: Users can disable the profile selection prompt if they prefer using one profile.
How to Create Apple TV Profiles on iPhone
Users running iOS 27.2 beta can configure profiles through the Apple TV app.
- Open the Apple TV app on your iPhone.
- Tap your profile icon in the upper corner.
- Select Create TV Profile.
- Enter a profile name and configure its settings.
- Enable the child option if needed and choose appropriate content ratings.
- Save the profile to make it available for selection.
Apple TV Profiles: Key Details
| Feature | iOS 27.2 Beta 4 |
|---|---|
| Multiple profiles | Supported |
| Separate watchlists | Supported |
| Child profiles | Supported |
| Age-based restrictions | Supported |
| Profile switching | Supported |
| Apple Account required for managed profiles | No |
When Will Apple TV Profiles Become Available to Everyone?
Apple has not confirmed the final public release date for iOS 27.2. However, the feature remains part of the fourth beta, suggesting Apple is continuing to test it ahead of the stable release.
For households sharing an iPhone or iPad, the addition should make Apple TV easier to manage, particularly when children use the same device to watch movies and shows.
Have you tried Apple TV profiles in iOS 27.2 beta 4? Let us know your experience in the comments.
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