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Apple has released the second beta of iOS 16.4. What’s new in the iPhone update? And when will the final update come out?

iOS 16.4 beta 2 has been released

Apple has released the second test version of iOS 16.4. The first beta of iOS 16.4 appeared last month and then it became clear what we can expect from the new iOS 16 update. For example, from iOS 16.4 it is possible to receive notifications from Safari on your iPhone and a number of new emojis are added to iOS.

Also read: These new emojis are coming to your iPhone with iOS 16.4

So a beta has now been released again for iOS 16.4. This version is intended for developers, so they can get started with the new features right away. The second beta of iOS 16.4 unveils yet another number of new features. We’ll show you what they are.

1. Books gets a subtle update

Apple’s Books app is getting an update in the iOS 16.4 beta. It is not a major update, Apple brings the effect of turning pages back to the app with the update. This animation was removed in iOS 16, but Apple is now bringing the effect back. This way you have the feeling that you are reading a real book in the Books app.

2. More hints to Apple Music Classical

We’ve been waiting for years for Apple Music Classical, the classic version of Apple Music. It’s been over a year since Apple bought the Primephonic classical music service, but Apple Music Classical still hasn’t launched. Apple’s classical music service was expected in 2022, but that turned out to be unfeasible for the company.

Read also: When is the release of Apple Music Classical?

However, in the second beta of iOS 16.4 there is a new clue to Apple Music Classical. In the iOS update there is a message that says “To listen in Apple Music Classical, you’ll need to install Apple Music” found it. Apple is therefore working on the music service and it will probably not be long before the service is launched. It’s possible that iOS 16.4 will unveil Apple’s classical music service.

3. Better overview of AppleCare

Finally, in the beta of iOS 16.4 you get a better overview of AppleCare, Apple’s own insurance service. From the new iOS version, you will see a comprehensive overview of all insurance policies you have taken out with Apple. This way you can see exactly which insurance is about to expire and which device still needs to be insured.

To complete the insurance overview, Apple even adds appropriate icons to all devices in the second beta version. This way you can see not only the name of the device, but also the corresponding icon which device it concerns. Want to know more about AppleCare? Earlier we explained more about warranties for iPhones and what AppleCare Plus entails.

More new features in iOS 16.4

So new features are coming to your iPhone with the iOS 16 update. For example, the Homekit will finally receive an update, which should solve all problems surrounding the app. In addition, the Podcast app is getting a bit better. Are you curious how? Then read what’s new in the first beta of iOS 16.4.

According to Apple, the new iOS update will be released in the spring, so the update will probably not be long in coming. Spring has officially started today, so the update can appear at any time. The final iOS update usually appears at least not long after the second beta version.

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