Apple Releases Beta Versions Of iOS 10.3.2, tvOS 10.2.1, And WatchOS 3.2.2

Aboki BasiraMar 29, 2017 02:56 PM EDT

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Apple has released beta versions of iOS 10.3.2, tvOS 10.2.1, and watchOS 3.2.2 to developers. It is also reported that the technology giant is currently rolling out the MacOS Sierra 10.12.5 update for mac devices. However, reports have stated that new beta software was not accompanied by any significant release notes.

Meanwhile, the new beta software is not full proof updates, as they will probably include only bug fixes and minor revisions to issues posed by the introduction of Monday's more major revisions. It is reported by Apple Insider that the only feature seen so far with the MacOS Sierra 10.12.5 update is that it improves the stability, compatibility, and security of devices running the update.

Users who wish to install the tvOS beta software must do so through a USB-C cable that will connect the device to iTunes, while the watchOS beta software should only be installed while the watch is connected to the charger and also within range of the paired iPhone.

It is reported that users of registered iOS devices can install the iOS beta software via the regular upgrade process, or iTunes, but mac users can download the MacOS Sierra beta as an image through Software Update or through the Apple Developer Center. The build number for MacOS Sierra 10.12.5 beta is 16F43c, iOS 10.3.2 is 14F5065b, tvOS 10.2.1 beta is 14W5563b and watchOS 3.2.2 beta number is 14V5465b.

The most important feature included in the iOS 10.3 is "Find my Airpods," "Night Shift" on MacOS Sierra 10.12.4, "Better Device Management" on tvOS 10.2 and "Theater Mode" on watchOS 3.2.

The "Find My AirPods" feature for iOS 10.3., allow users to see them on a map if the Airpod is connected to an iOS device or users can play an alarm if the AirPod is hidden somewhere unknown. If the Airpods are beyond reach, users would be able to see the last location they connected the AirPods.

According to Techcrunch, Apple has updated Siri on the watchOS 3.2 beta to allow users enjoy Siri with third-party apps, like on phones. There is also a new feature "Theater Mode button" that make the screen to remain dark in movie theaters.

The developer has also introduced a "Night Shift" mode on MacOS Sierra 10.12.4 beta, which changes the display to warmer colors at night to enhance better and quality sleep for mac users. The new tvOS 10.2 beta gives users the ability to rent movies on Apple devices and watch them on another device like the Apple TV.