Apple Release Beta 3 for iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2, watchOS 9.2, macOS 13.1 - Full Details
Apple has released iOS 16.2 beta 3 for developers, bringing new features to the iPad and iPhone. The new build includes Freeform, a new collaboration app for iPad and iPhone, external display support for Stage Manager, and Emergency SOS via satellite for the iPhone 14. It's available for download from the Apple Developer Center or over-the-air.
The new build will include bug fixes and improvements for a number of features, including the Sleep lock screen widget. The update also brings a new architecture for the Home screen and supports an external display. Developers can download the new build by following the link below. The update should be available for everyone in a few weeks.
The beta update also includes an improved architecture for Apple Home devices. Users will need to be running iOS 16.2 to upgrade their HomePods. If they are running an earlier version, they will not be able to start the upgrade. Other changes include a darker rectangular border for the Home application and a new lock screen widget for tracking sleep. This new feature is based on the data stored in Apple's Health app.
iOS 16.2 beta 3 is available for developers through the Apple Developer Program. To get the beta, you must have an iPhone 8 or later, and an Apple Developer Program membership. To join the Apple Developer Program, you must pay $99 a year. This membership also allows you to download public beta software versions of iOS.
The iOS 16.2 developer beta is an early version of the new operating system, and it can contain bugs. Therefore, it's important to back up your iPhone before installing the beta. Moreover, this early version might also cause your iPhone to become unusable and extremely laggy.
The new version of iOS features a number of fixes, including the ability to turn off notifications. The new version also adds new features to the Control Center. Users can now toggle notifications and hide wallpaper. The new update also introduces new features for Apple Music. For instance, you can now use the Play and Mix buttons to change the music on your iPhone. And finally, it also adds a status bar widget that displays battery percentage.
Developers can download the new beta versions of iOS through their Developer Center profile. Once downloaded, they can then install the new version through the Software Update mechanism in System Settings. The new version also includes Home and Freeform apps. The update is intended to be compatible with the new A12X chip.