iOS, iPadOS 15.4 Beta 5 updates bring Face ID support for masks, Universal Control and more
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iPhones and iPads are expected to get new 15.4 versions of iOS and iPadOS respectively. Right before the Release Candidate version, Beta 5 of the two operating systems now gives us our first look at some new features.
Apple seems to have a busy month ahead, with its Spring event expected to take place right after the first week. Other than the product launches, the tech major is also likely to roll out new versions of its iOS and iPadOS for iPhones and iPads respectively. New beta versions for these are now being rolled out by Apple, and this hints at some new features that we may be able to see on Apple devices.
With a build number of 19E5241a, the beta 5 versions for both iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 are now available on iPhones and iPads respectively. As is understood, the new software versions are only available to registered developers at the moment. Those interested can upgrade to iOS 15.4 beta 5 or iPadOS 15.4 beta 5 through an over-the-air update, which can be initiated in the Settings app.
It has long been rumoured that the iOS 15.4 will make its way to iPhones around the middle of March. But instead of waiting that long to have our first look at the new operating systems for the Apple devices, the new beta versions show some interesting features that might excite iPhone and iPad owners. Hint? Enhanced Face ID support, Universal Control on iPads, and more. Here is a look.
The new beta version for iOS 15.4 is a small update with a size of 471.5MB but is quickly gaining attention among the developers, as it is the final appearance of the new operating system for iPhones before a Release Candidate or RC version that precedes the stable built.
As 9to5mac reports, it brings a much-awaited feature for iPhones to the public eye for the first time. The Face ID on the version now supports face scans even while the user is wearing masks, an understandably handy feature in today's date.
The iOS update also shows a new Apple Support app card under Settings >> General >> About. There is a "Get" button placed right next to it which will let interested users download the app right from the Settings menu. The section under the app card is also different from previous versions now.
A reported update to Apple Music with the new iOS 15.4 beta 5 will let users sort their playlist based on the release dates of the songs. The option should appear on the Sort option on the top right of the Playlist screen. There is also a possibility that the sorting option will appear within an actual playlist.
