iOS 17.4, which was recently launched, includes new features that are specifically designed for iPhone users in the European Union, offering them a distinct and exceptional user experience.
Currently, attention is focused on the forthcoming iOS 17.5 release, which is rumored to be the last update prior to Apple’s introduction of iOS 18 at WWDC 2024 in June.
Apple is expected to maintain its emphasis on features specific to the European Union and is also prepared to introduce more improvements.
The iOS 17.5 beta version provides a preview of the upcoming enhancements anticipated in the official May release. Here is a glimpse of the findings from the most recent beta iteration.
iOS 17.5 Beta Version: Anticipated Features
EU-based Apple consumers now have the ability to download apps straight from developers’ websites, giving them more choices outside of the App Store.
Apple has been repeatedly criticized for imposing fees on developers and limiting access to programs from external sources, citing security reasons.
Nevertheless, a recent rule by the European Union has forced Apple to embrace a more transparent strategy, enabling customers in the EU who are experimenting with the iOS 17.5 beta version to benefit from this alteration in policy.
Ability to deactivate surveillance devices: Apple and Google have implemented measures to combat the unauthorized tracking of individuals via AirTags.
The code snippets discovered in the iOS 17.5 beta version suggest the presence of a novel functionality in the Find My app.
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This feature will enable users to deactivate monitoring devices, both Apple and non-Apple, on their iPhones, commencing from the following month.
The iOS 17.5 beta release incorporates minor design modifications to programs like Apple Books, the podcast widget on the home screen, and other components.
The iOS 17.5 beta version is currently in its initial development phase, and it is expected that more features will be included in future beta versions until the final release next month.
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Further Reading :
- https://news.abplive.com/technology/ios-17-5-update-launch-release-date-may-2024-before-ios-18-update-1677949
- https://www.editorji.com/tech-news/mobiles/ios-17-5-beta-previews-upcoming-features-ahead-of-official-rollout-see-what-s-new-1712387987524
- https://www.msn.com/en-in/money/news/ios-17-5-update-likely-to-arrive-on-your-apple-devices-in-may-2024-here-s-what-you-can-expect/ar-BB1lbhhX?ocid=finance-verthp-feeds
- https://www.macrumors.com/roundup/wwdc/
- https://www.imore.com/iphone/apple-and-googles-anti-stalking-tech-might-be-about-to-debut-on-your-iphone-in-ios-175
