While users have been patiently waiting for Apple to release iOS 17 public beta to try new features, the company today released iOS 16.6 beta 3 for developers and public beta testers.
Apple released the first beta of his iOS 16.6 in May ending, but now beta of the iOS operating system is out. iOS two previous beta versions didn’t include any major features, but instead had some bug fixes and performance improvements.Expect the same for iOS 16.6 developer beta 3.
One reason iOS 16.6 Beta 3 is just an incremental update with very few changes is Apple’s current focus on the iOS 17 public beta. It’s been two weeks since Apple announced iOS 17 at the World Wide Developer Conference in early June.New iOS update adds NameDrop, new contact card customization, interactive widgets, live stickers and more.
Apple released the iOS 17 developer beta shortly after the event, but since developer betas are usually considered unstable and hosting developer betas for daily driver installs is discouraged. Some are eagerly waiting for Apple to release iOS 17 public beta.
iOS 16.6 Features
1. iMessage Contact Key
iMessage contact key verification is designed for users at extreme risk of digital threats. Contact Key helps you make sure you’re sending your message to the right person.
2. Prompt iCloud for Windows
When you try to sign in to iCloud for Windows and your iPhone is connected to a different Wi-Fi network than your Windows PC, you’ll see a new prompt. A popup warns the user that they must be on the same network before continuing. This is now available in iOS 16.6 Beta 2.
3. New Color Icons for Beats Studio Buds
Apple added two new color icons (ivory and transparent) to the Betas Studio Buds in iOS 16.6 Beta 2
