Apple released the latest beta versions of its operating systems to the public today, following yesterday’s developer release. This includes iOS 17.5, macOS Sonoma 14.5, visionOS 1.2, watchOS 10.5, tvOS 17.5 and HomePod 17.5.
Compatibility remains the same as the current stable channel for these operating systems, and is available over the air for users who choose to receive beta updates in the Software Update section of Settings.
Key new features in this version of iOS include enabling app downloads from the internet in the EU, following the launch of standalone app markets on iOS devices starting with iOS 17.4.
Other features include a new game for Apple News+ subscribers called Quartiles, Game Center Leaderboard integration for all Apple News+ games, expansion of the tracking warning system to those who are not part of the Find My network, and other small visual changes to the Podcast widget and the Books app.
The last observation in these betas are references to unreleased iPad models. Model IDs for four new iPads were seen inside the code, suggesting the following:
- iPad 16.3 – 11-inch iPad Pro (Wi-Fi)
- iPad 16,4 – 11-inch iPad Pro (Wi-Fi + Cellular)
- iPad 16.5 – 13-inch iPad Pro (Wi-Fi)
- iPad 16.6 – 13-inch iPad Pro (Wi-Fi + Cellular)
New iPads have long been rumored to arrive in the near future, with many expecting another event in October 2023. The date has come and gone with no sign of it, and as time goes by, it may not be until October 2024 that we see. range refresh.
Some hints of this refresh have been seen in the code for the latest beta, with references to unique display firmware for these models, which may confirm rumors that these new iPad Pros will come with OLED panels for the first time, which appear to be dual. – Supply from both Samsung and LG.
source: 9to5Mac