Apple released iOS 14.5 beta 3 and iPadOS 14.5 beta 3 to developers and public beta testers last week. We have already seen a video of the OS, and now we get to have another look at the latest beta.
The new video from Zollotech gives us another look at the third beta of iOS 14.5 and also some more new features that have been discovered.
Privacy Enhancements
There are quite a few new features and changes in iOS 14.5, including some significant changes for privacy related to apps. Apple will now let you know if an app is tracking you and also give you the option to stop specific apps from tracking you. This is part of Apple’s App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework, which requires apps to get user permission before tracking their data across apps or websites owned by other companies. This move has been praised by privacy advocates but has faced criticism from companies that rely on ad tracking.
New Features and Improvements
In addition to privacy enhancements, iOS 14.5 brings several other new features and improvements. One notable feature is the ability to unlock your iPhone with your Apple Watch while wearing a mask. This is particularly useful during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, as it provides a convenient way to unlock your phone without removing your mask.
Another significant update is the addition of new Siri voices. Apple has introduced more diverse voice options for Siri, allowing users to choose a voice that better suits their preferences. This change is part of Apple’s ongoing efforts to make their products more inclusive and representative of their diverse user base.
iOS 14.5 also includes support for the latest gaming controllers, such as the PlayStation 5 DualSense controller and the Xbox Series X controller. This is great news for gamers who want to use their favorite controllers with their iOS devices.
Furthermore, the update brings improvements to the Apple Maps app, including new features for reporting accidents, hazards, and speed checks. This crowdsourced data can help make navigation more accurate and reliable for all users.
Another exciting addition is the ability to set a default music player for Siri. Previously, Siri would default to Apple Music when asked to play a song, but now users can choose their preferred music streaming service, such as Spotify or Pandora.
As yet, there are no details on when the iOS 14.5 software update will be released. We are expecting it to land sometime this month. As soon as we get some information on the exact release date, we will let you guys know.
Source & Image Credit: Zollotech
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