Apple releases second developer beta of iOS 15.4, iPadOS 15.4, tvOS 15.4 and watchOS 8.5

Apple has entered the second round of the current testing cycle, providing developers with new versions of iOS 15.4, iPadOS 15.4, tvOS 15.4 and watchOS 8.5 for testing.

The latest version can be obtained through the Apple Developer Center for those participating in the beta program, or through over-the-air updates for products already running beta software. Via the Apple Beta Software Program website, public betas usually arrive within a few days of the developer version being released.

Additionally, Apple has seeded a new beta version of HomePod Software 15.4.

The second round follows the first round, which Apple seeded on January 27. Apple released iOS 15.3, iPadOS 15.3, tvOS 15.3 and watchOS 8.4 on January 26.

Among the changes so far in iOS 15.4, Face ID has been updated to offer two versions to consumers. Face ID can be set up to work with a face mask worn by the user as a slightly less secure alternative to the regular version.

A large number of new emojis have also been discovered, giving users 37 symbols and 75 skin tones added.

The update to iPadOS 15.4 introduces support for Universal Control, which works with macOS Monterey 12.3. The feature allows users to easily control the iPad display using their Mac's keyboard and mouse, as well as transfer certain data types between devices, all as seamlessly as possible.

Apple may have early access to the Tap to Pay developer SDK on iPhone. The feature was announced earlier Tuesday and is expected to be released later in 2022.

Apple itself strongly recommends that users avoid installing beta software on "mission-critical" or primary devices because of the slim chance of data loss or other issues. Instead, testers should install the beta version on secondary or non-essential devices and ensure there are adequate backups of important data before updating.

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