Apple has released the first beta of iOS 15.4 and iPadOS 15.4 to developers for testing purposes, adding several new features including Face ID when wearing a mask, Universal Controls, new emojis, and other features. more
Face ID can be scanned and unlocked. even if wearing a mask
In iOS 15.4, users can unlock their iPhones while wearing a mask, with Apple warning that full Face ID is safer.
After updating to iOS15.4, users will be able to use Face ID with a mask, designed to capture a user’s eye area for authentication.
Can be unlocked even if the user wears glasses. But it can only be used with normal eyeglasses. Cannot be used with sunglasses
Face ID masking appears to be limited to iPhone 12 and later models. It can also be used to verify Apple Pay transactions and access third-party apps.
Universal Control
In iPadOS 15.4 and macOS Monterey 12.3, the Universal Control feature is enabled, which is designed to allow users to use a single cursor and keyboard to control iPad and Mac signed in with that iCloud account.
The Universal Control feature is easy to use and is enabled by default when users upgrade to iPadOS 15.4 and macOS Monterey 12.3.
Assuming you have a MacBook and an iPad, you can use the MacBook trackpad and keyboard directly on the iPad display if they’re signed in with the same iCloud account.
You can access the Universal Control settings on the iPad under the Handoff & Airplay option.
New Emojis
new operating system Comes with new emojis The iOS15.4 beta comes with 37 newly added 14 Emojis and 75 skin tones, including 112 new characters, such as melting faces, pouting faces. A face that covers his face with his hands but opens his eyes to peek, etc.
There are also new emoji symbols, such as making a heart-shaped hand, raising a hand, etc.
There are also new emoji symbols such as bubbles, low battery symbols. Bird’s nest with eggs, empty bird’s nest, crutches, playground slides, etc.
Turn off notifications for automation.personalin Shortcuts
For personal automation set up in the Shortcuts app, there is a new option “Notify When Run” or notify when running. Allows users to toggle notifications for enabled/disabled shortcuts.
If enabled Users will not be notified. This feature is not available in earlier versions of iOS 15.
Notifications with Notify When Run will only be displayed when the user disables Ask Before Running.
Apple Card Widget
A new Apple Card widget has been added to the Today view that can be added to the Home screen. The Apple Card Widget displays the user’s current balance. including daily spending in various categories
keyboard brightness
In iPadOS 15.4, a new keyboard brightness option can be added to Control Center to allow users to adjust the brightness of the keyboard with backlighting. (backlighting)
It works with Apple’s Magic Keyboard, but the option needs to be added to Control Center first by going to Settings >> Control Center and then tapping the ” + ” button next to Keyboard Brightness.
iCloud Keychain Note
iCloud Keychain users can add notes to any password, keeping iCloud Keychain consistent and working similarly to other password storages such as 1Password.
You can access iCloud Keychain settings under the Passwords section.
120Hz Animation in Third-Party Apps on iPhone 13 Pro
After Apple released various iPhone 13 models, users noticed that third-party apps were unable to render animations/animations at full refresh rate 120Hz. Fixed in future OS updates, it looks like iOS 15.4 will be available.
With iOS 15.4, all in-app animations are rendered at 120Hz for a smoother and more enjoyable viewing experience.
Customize your email domain
The iOS 15.4 beta extends support for custom email domain customizations for paid iCloud+ plans by adding the option to set up domain customizations with iCloud Mail directly on your iPhone.
Go to Settings >> Apple ID >> iCloud, there will be an option “iCloud Mail”, you can tap it. Including a section for setting up a Custom Email Domain or assigning/customizing an email domain.
SharePlay
For apps that support SharePlay, there is now an option to launch directly from the share sheet.
Cosmetic Scan when buying and selling iPhones
The code in iOS 15.4 shows that Apple is developing a Cosmetic Scan feature that will be used when buying and selling iPhones. more precise
iPadOS Note app
In the Notes section of the Settings app on iPad, there is a new “Corner Gestures” section under Quick Notes. In this section, users can select a function for the left or right corner. It has Quick Note or Screenshot options, and there’s also an option to turn off corner swipes.
Customizing the TV app
In the TV section of Settings under Preferences, users can select Still Frame or Poster Art for Up Next Display in the app.
- Still Frame displays a still frame from what the user is viewing.
- The Poster Art section shows the main image for that show or movie.
Passkey for entering the website
Apple says the iOS 15.4 and iPad 15.4 betas have added a new Passkey feature that allows users to sign in to websites and apps that use Passkey on their Mac and iPad using their iPhone with a saved Passkey.
That means that websites that allow Face ID and Touch ID authentication can now support iPhone authentication instead of having to enter a password.
game controller
Apple’s release note includes support for the new DualSense controller’s adaptive trigger firmware feature.
Vaccination information in the Health app.
Vaccination records in EU Digital COVID Certification format have been added to the Health app and Wallet, so EU users can add their vaccine cards to the Wallet app for easier and more convenient access.
Source: MacRumors
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