The new iPadOS 14.5 beta 4 and iOS 14.5 beta 4 were released yesterday to developers and also public beta testers.
We saw a video of the new beta earlier and now we have another video that gives us another look at the latest beta of Apple’s iOS.
As we can see from the video the new iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 update will bring a range of new features to the iPhone and iPad.
Enhanced Privacy Features
One of the most significant updates in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 is the introduction of new privacy labels for apps. These labels are designed to provide users with more transparency about how their data is being used. When an app is tracking your activity, you will receive an alert, giving you the option to stop the tracking. This is part of Apple’s broader initiative to enhance user privacy and give users more control over their personal information.
In addition to privacy labels, the update includes App Tracking Transparency (ATT) prompts. These prompts will require apps to get user permission before tracking their data across other companies’ apps and websites. This move has been met with some resistance from companies that rely heavily on ad tracking, but it is a welcome change for users who are concerned about their privacy.
New Features and Improvements
Beyond privacy enhancements, iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 bring several other new features and improvements. One notable addition is the ability to unlock your iPhone with your Apple Watch while wearing a mask. This feature is particularly useful during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, as it provides a convenient way to unlock your phone without having to remove your mask.
Another exciting feature is the support for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X controllers. This update will allow gamers to use their favorite controllers with their iPhone or iPad, enhancing the gaming experience on these devices. Additionally, the update includes new emoji, further expanding the already extensive emoji library available to users.
The update also brings improvements to Siri, Apple’s virtual assistant. Siri will now be able to call emergency contacts and provide more accurate ETA information when navigating with Apple Maps. These enhancements make Siri even more useful in everyday situations.
As yet we do not have an exact release date for iOS 14.5, all we know is that it will be released some time this month, so we may possibly see another beta before the final software is released to everyone, we will update you once we have more details on a possible release date.
Source & Image Credit: Brandon Butch
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