Unsurprisingly, Apple is testing iOS 16.4 and iOS 17
It will not surprise anyone to learn that Apple is currently testing its next updates, namely iOS 16.4 and iOS 17. A few sites have noticed the visit of devices running under these two versions.
This is particularly the case of MacRumors which has seen visits from iOS 16.4 and iOS 17 in its logs. But don’t be surprised: Apple often runs tests around this time of year to make sure all is well with its next big updates and one of the tests is using Safari to visit multiple sites. Apple engineers browse everywhere and especially on sites whose news revolves around Apple.
iOS 16.4 will be the next update. Apple released the final version of iOS 16.3 this week, and logic dictates that the iOS 16.4 beta will arrive in a few days. There is no information about him.
Next will come iOS 17, which will be presented at WWDC in June. For once, some leaks have already unveiled details, such as the fact that Apple would offer sideloading support in Europe. Thus, European users should be able to install applications without having to go through the App Store. Do not believe that Apple will do it to please everyone, it is above all a constraint for the manufacturer who would like to do without it. Indeed, a European directive will force society to open up.
On the other hand, a rumor dating back to October indicated that Apple would be working on an overhaul of its Messages application, including iMessage features related to augmented reality. Users would be treated to a new homepage, chat rooms, video clips and more.
