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Apple seeds iOS 16.1 Release Candidate to developers, public launch imminent

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Apple revealed iOS 16, macOS Ventura, and watchOS 9 during the main keynote of WWDC22. These major software updates come packed with visual changes and handy features that further enrich Apple’s products. For example, the iPhone Lock Screen is now almost fully customizable. That’s not to mention widget support on said screen. Meanwhile, the Mac now has a more streamlined user interface that better matches that of iPadOS. Now that the Cupertino firm has publicly launched iOS 16.0, it has been working on next minor release. Lo and behold — the Release Candidate (RC) of iOS 16.1 is now available to registered developers around the world.

What’s new in iOS 16.1 beta 5 and the Release Candidate

iOS 16.1 change log

iOS 16.1 beta 5 and the Release Candidate seemingly don’t introduce any visual changes or notable features. That’s totally expected — considering that the public, stable launch is one week away. They do include some under-the-hood bug fixes and tweaks, though. You can read all about them on Apple’s Developer website — where the company has provided the official Release Notes.

Beta 4

Shared with You splash screen

Shared with You splash screens iOS 16.1 beta 4 1 Shared with You splash screens iOS 16.1 beta 4 3 Shared with You splash screens iOS 16.1 beta 4 2

When launching the Messages app for the first time on iOS 16.1 beta 4, a new splash screen showcases Apple’s Shared with You feature.

Lock Screen fixes

iOS 16.1 beta 4 fixes an annoying visual bug that affected the Lock Screen album art when users play music/audio on their iPhones.

Beta 3

In-App Content background download

iOS 16.1 beta 3 introduces a new In-App Content background download toggle in the App Store section of the Settings app. It is enabled by default and allows apps to download relevant content before a user launches them.

Tweaks to Wallpaper settings

iOS 16.1 beta 3 introduces a cleaner UI for the Wallpaper section in the Settings app. It allows users with multiple wallpaper/Lock Screen setups to easily switch between the different ones.

Matter updates

A previous beta build introduced a section for paired Matter accessories in the General Settings. iOS 16.1 beta 3 removes this section for the time being. Apple will likely reintroduce it in a future beta release.

Beta 2

Fitness Plus without an Apple Watch

iOS 16.1 beta 2 introduces the ability to subscribe to Fitness Plus without needing an Apple Watch. The company shared that this change would occur during its Far Out event.

Game Center splash screen

Game Center splash screen iOS 16.1 beta 2

iOS 16.1 beta 2 brings a new Game Center splash screen when visiting the respective section for the first time in the Settings app.

Lock Screen tweaks

iOS 16.1 beta 2 brings back the momentary battery percentage on the Lock Screen when you plug in your iPhone.

Battery Percentage tweaks

The initial form of the iOS 16 battery percentage in the status bar used to show the same visual level — regardless of the actual battery percentage, as long as it’s above 20%. iOS 16.1 beta 2 now includes updated visuals to reflect the actual battery level/percentage.

Beta 1

Live Activities

Live Activities iOS 16.1 beta 1

iOS 16.1 beta 1 adds support for Apple’s Live Activities feature. Live Activities are similar to persistent notifications on Android OS. So if there’s an ongoing event happening in a certain app, the relevant information will surface on your Lock Screen. They also support animations and refresh continuously to make sure you’re up to date with what’s happening.

Faster Home Screen wallpaper edits

iOS 16.1 beta 1 now allows users to quickly change the Home Screen wallpaper — without going through the Lock Screen one first. It’s certainly a very welcome addition that spares users some time.

Matter foundations

iOS 16.1 beta 1 includes a section dedicated to accessories that support the Matter smart home standard.

Clean Energy Charging

Clean Energy Charging on iOS 16.1 beta 1

Credit: @RealFerst

Clean Energy Charging is available in the U.S. and aims to reduce your carbon footprint by charging your iPhone during specific hours. These hours depend on when your grid is using cleaner energy sources.

Battery Percentage support for more models

iOS 16.0 allows users with Face ID iPhones to show the battery percentage in the status bar. Though, that excluded the iPhone XR, 11, 12 Mini, and 13 Mini for some reason. The original implementation likely needed extra display space — considering that the addition was unavailable only on iPhones with smaller screens. iOS 16.1 beta 1 finally expands support to include these smaller iPhones, too.

Deletable Wallet app

iOS 16.1 beta 1 introduces the ability to delete the built-in Apple Wallet app. If you change your mind, you could always download it again from the App Store.

Music app tweaks

The Music app on iOS 16.1 beta 1 includes an icon of the connected audio accessory on the Now Playing screen. Prior to this build, it used to show the generic AirPlay icon.

Are you running beta builds on your iPhone? Why or why not? Let as know in the comments section below.

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