What you should know about Apple iOS 15 before installing the public beta version
What you should know about Apple iOS 15 before installing the public beta version
Apple recently released the first public beta of iOS 15, iPad OS 15, and watchOS 8. These updates are the next significant upgrades to the iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch operating systems. Apple abandoned the customary practice of distributing beta versions exclusively to developers by making them freely available to the public.
According to Apple, the final versions of iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and watchOS 8 will still be released in September. However, beginning in June, Apple intends to release betas on a biweekly basis. It's an effective technique for resolving as many issues as possible while also collecting data from a large and diverse population.
The most significant change in iOS 15 is the addition of a new Focus mode, which enables you to selectively receive notifications from specific apps and individuals. Additionally, you can adjust your focus based on your current activity. The Focus mode enables you to create a "Do not disturb" mode, a Work mode, a Sleep mode, and a Workout mode, among others.
Features to look forward to in iOS 15
There are a plethora of features to look forward to in the upcoming iOS 15, and here are a few of them.
Facetime Links
FaceTime links can be used to access Apple's FaceTime software. They can also be used to access FaceTime via a web browser, bringing FaceTime for the first time to Android and Windows. Users can now use Messages, Calendar, Mail, or other third-party apps to send a link to a FaceTime call.
Redesigned Notification Tab
Additionally, there is a new customized notification summary that collects non-emergency notifications and delivers them at a more convenient time, such as morning or evening. Notifications will now include contact photos, and app icons will be larger to make them easier to identify.
Enhanced Maps
Maps now include an interactive globe view and significantly expanded details in a new 3D view for cities. Additionally, neighbourhoods, business districts, elevations, and buildings have been enhanced with new road colors and labels, custom-designed landmarks, and a new "moonlit" night mode.
Focus
Focus is a new feature in iOS 15 that assists users in minimizing distractions. A Focus can filter alerts and Home Screen pages based on the user's current focus, while still allowing for the delivery of urgent messages.
Improved Camera
The iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro's Panorama mode has been updated to better capture moving subjects while also reducing image noise and banding.
Advanced Health App
In iOS 15, the health app includes a new sharing tab that enables users to share their health data with family members or guardians. Additionally, descriptions, highlights, and the ability to pin test results have been added for quick access.
Also, Widgets, Music, Podcasts, Siri, and Apple Pay have been enhanced. iOS 15 is compatible with devices dating all the way back to the iPhone 6s and iPhone SE, as well as newer generations such as the iPhone 11 and iPhone 12 pro.
What to look out for prior to downloading the iOS 15 beta
The beta version is available at beta.apple.com, but you should not install it on your primary iPhone or iPad.
The difference between a standard version and a beta version is that standard versions make apps and software available to all users. On the marketplace, the app is available to all users.
Generally, beta apps are not available to all users because they are restricted to a small number of people who wish to participate in beta testing.
Third- Party Apps Issues
Another frequent issue is compatibility with third-party software. Apple publishes beta versions of new operating systems in order to allow developers to test their apps with the new features.
Developers will update their apps once iOS 15 is stable, and they are not obligated to do so sooner.
Bugs Issues
With a beta version of software, you never know what kind of bugs and performance issues you're going to encounter. However, there are a few fairly common concerns, including decreased battery life, operating system failures, home screen crashes, and iCloud errors.
In rare instances, beta software may cause damage to your device and render it unusable. It is possible that you will experience data loss in iCloud. Not only are there issues, but several apps and features will cease to function entirely. As a result, you must proceed with extreme caution. This is because beta versions are used to test the application's functionality and to collect data from users.
As such, before installing the iOS 15 public beta on your devices, ensure that you have a recent backup. If you're forced to downgrade to iOS 14, having a current backup ensures that you lose the fewest possible data.
Apple's website for the public beta program includes a disclaimer stating that betas will contain bugs and errors and should not be installed on primary devices.
Conclusion
If you have a spare iPhone or iPad lying around, it's always a good idea to test betas on that device rather than your primary device. Install the betas on a secondary device to test for bugs and concerns about compatibility with your favorite features and apps before deciding whether or not to update your primary device.
In the end, the iOS 15 beta is quite stable, but it's critical to keep in mind that the experience will not be flawless. Bugs, glitches, crashes, and other issues are inevitable. If, on the other hand, you're looking for an adrenaline rush and can't wait to try out the latest Apple operating system, the public beta is for you.
You should only download if you're willing to share your experience with developers, not to try out new features. You may end up causing damage to your phone.
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