We are receiving many requests on why some users have iOs5 and other do not The following will explain why and what process is behind Beta ios5
You can become a developer with Apple pay $99 complete the forms and if accepted you then have access to developers site which includes beta software etc. Be aware beta software is that rereleased may be buggy can crash and many other issues. Not recommends to install on your main iPhone or iPad as if problems do occur you could loose personal data. One can be added to a select number of testers which many here are they submit a request to have their iPad, iPhone etc added to the list that is then authorised by Apple through the developer This requires the UDID number of your device. You can down load an app that gives it to search UDID apple store apps
Some sites offer down loads free beware if no official registration then you can BRICK your iPad
Many new users really do not understand why some people can run ios5 and they cant, the reason is they do not understand the process of beta testing before the release to public.
So Beta 1 assuming as of yesterday is the first to developers.
Developers forward reports to apple after testing. Some may test only one part of the beta software ie like icloud. Others may do more many will test their apps to see if they have issues. Others will test the overall look and feel make sure it works according Apple's requirements.
After the reports are in Apple iOS area .Apple will again fix issues and then download Beta 2 usually 2 weeks or more later.
This process continues until Apple is satisfied that the new upgrade is final.
The last beta released is known as gold version this is really the final before release.
I hope this answers new user questions about what beta is.
The bottom line is be patient and wait for the release
One more thing we do not support users whom down load beta software without developers official registration. Why because it really is your problem and we are not baby sitters please understand that. We also as a private forum do not allow links to beta downloads again you may be banned.
I have BANNED 3 users today in iphoneforums where I am a super moderator, whom tried to sell ios5 beta software for a fee. . This is instant ban so understand that please do not be sucked in to the offers as in most cases they are scams.... We are also starting to have similar posts here.
Please read our rules
This rule is specific to posting links about Beta software
Rule 8a Links to upgrades for BETA software will be deleted. User will receive one warning. A second warning will lead to being banned.