We had the second developer beta of iOS 14 earlier this week and now Apple has released iOS 14 Public Beta 1 and iPadOS 14 Public Beta 1.
This is exactly the same software that was released to developers earlier this week as the iOS 14 beta 2. To try out the software you will need to be a member of Apple’s Public Beta Testing Program.
New Features in iOS 14 and iPadOS 14
Apple’s iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 bring a wide range of new features to the iPhone and iPad, this includes a new home screen with customizable widgets and more. The customizable widgets allow users to personalize their home screens with different sizes and types of widgets, providing quick access to information such as weather, calendar events, and news headlines. This marks a significant shift from the static grid of icons that has been a staple of iOS for years.
There is also a new App Library which will make it easier for you to find all of your apps. The App Library automatically organizes all your apps into one simple, easy-to-navigate view, categorizing them into groups such as Social, Entertainment, and Productivity. This feature aims to declutter the home screen and make app management more intuitive.
Another exciting feature is App Clips, which gives you a preview of apps and how they work before you download them. App Clips are small, lightweight versions of apps that can be launched quickly without needing to install the full app. This can be particularly useful for tasks like renting a scooter, paying for parking, or ordering food, where you might not want to download a full app for a one-time use.
Additional Enhancements and Improvements
Beyond these headline features, iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 also introduce several other enhancements. For instance, there is a new Translate app that supports real-time translation for 11 different languages, making it easier to communicate with people who speak different languages. The Messages app has also been updated with new features such as pinned conversations, mentions, and inline replies, which make it easier to keep track of group chats.
Privacy has been a major focus in this update. Apple has introduced new privacy features such as indicators that show when an app is using your microphone or camera, and the ability to share your approximate location with apps instead of your exact location. These changes give users more control over their data and enhance overall security.
This is the first public beta of Apple’s iOS 14 and iPadOS 14, and we are expecting the final version of the software later this year with the new iPhone 12. This is expected to happen sometime in September or October. The public beta allows Apple to gather feedback from a broader audience, ensuring that any bugs or issues can be addressed before the official release.
For those interested in trying out the new features, joining the Public Beta Testing Program is a straightforward process. Simply visit the Public Beta Testing Program page, sign up with your Apple ID, and follow the instructions to download the beta profile to your device. Keep in mind that beta software can be unstable, so it’s recommended to install it on a secondary device rather than your primary one.
Overall, iOS 14 and iPadOS 14 represent a significant update with a host of new features and improvements that enhance the user experience. Whether it’s the customizable widgets, the App Library, or the new privacy features, there’s something for everyone to look forward to in this release.
Source MacRumors
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