Today, Apple has rolled out the second public beta of iOS 18.2 for users. This update encompasses all the new Apple Intelligence features included in iOS 18.2, as well as several enhancements and performance improvements. Here’s what’s new.
How to Install the Latest iOS 18.2 Public Beta
While iOS 18.2 is set for a public release in December, users have the opportunity to preview the upcoming features by participating in the public beta.
To get started, visit beta.apple.com to enroll and then download and install the software update on your iPhone.
For those who are already part of Apple’s beta software program, public beta 2 will be available for installation in Settings ⇾ General ⇾ Software Update.
New Features in Public Beta 2
This new beta brings a variety of bug fixes and performance enhancements for an improved user experience, along with a few noteworthy feature changes.
Here’s what’s new:
- Videos in the Photos app now automatically play in fullscreen mode without requiring a screen tap to zoom in and out.
- The Camera Control feature now allows users to open the Camera app even with the iPhone 16’s screen off.
- New icons have been introduced for the upcoming next-gen CarPlay.
- The AirPlay icon has received a slight redesign.
- The ChatGPT icon in writing tools has had its AI glow removed.
While the list may be brief, this is expected as we approach the public launch of iOS 18.2.
As the December release date nears, Apple will focus more on addressing bugs rather than implementing new features, ensuring a stable version for public availability.
Have you noticed any other changes in the iOS 18.2 public beta? Share your findings in the comments.
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