Apple's software woes: Problems or progress?

Twice over the past month I’ve had to erase and restore my iPhone. Both times were related to an attempted install of the iOS 9.3 Public Beta; instead of upgrading my phone with Night Shift, secure Notes, and better News, I got stuck in an endless Apple logo loop that required plugging into the dreaded iTunes and wiping my drive.
My particular story might not be a common one, but I’m certainly not unique when it comes to Apple software issues. Some of the most notable Apple journali