Apple isn't done with iOS 14 subversions just yet. Developers (and public testers) can already move on to the next beta version. iOS 14.6 will not be a super large, but also not a super small update, as can be deduced from the fact that this is a 14.x update. See what's new below.
Most recent iOS 14.6 Beta
iOS 14.6 Public Beta 2
April 30, 2021 & ndash; The third beta of iOS 14.6 is now available to developers and public testers. The build number is 18F5065a. As soon as something new is discovered, we will update this article. In the previous betas references have been found to higher sound quality for Apple Music.
At least this was discovered in the third beta:
- Users of the AirTag and items suitable for the Find My network can now also leave an email address instead of a phone number when you activate the AirTag's Lost Mode. Currently you can only enter a phone number. In the beta of iOs 14.6 you have to choose between a phone number or e-mail address, as it is not possible to enter both.
These are the release notes from beta 1:
Software Update
New Features in iOS & amp; iPadOS 14.6 Beta – You can now directly update your iOS or iPadOS device to the latest Release Candidate without removing the beta profile. After updating to the Release Candidate, you can choose to update to the next available beta or uninstall the profile to remove your device from the beta program. (66256273)
It is now easier for beta users to download a Release Candidate without having to install all previous beta updates. This also makes it easier to exit the beta program after an official version has been released. You can upgrade to the RC build from a beta version without removing the beta profile. You can choose to stay in the beta program and receive future payments, or exit and continue with the official updates.
Most recent iPadOS 14.6 Beta
iPadOS 14.6 (Public) Beta 3
May 10, 2021 & ndash; Apple has also released the third beta of iPadOS 14.6 for the iPad. Its features are roughly identical to iOS 14.6, which we discuss above. The build number is 18F5065a.
iOS 14.6 and iPadOS 14.6 beta download for developers and public testers
Developers can download the beta from Apple's developer website. There you will find the correct beta profile to install on your iPhone. There are usually two ways to install the update. You can download the correct beta profile and install the beta over-the-air or switch immediately if you already have the profile. Another way is to download the so-called Restore Image and then transfer it to your iPhone via the Finder on the Mac or iTunes on Windows on your iPhone.
The public beta's of iOS 14.6 and iPadOS 14.6 are also coming soon. available. Installing the public beta of iOS does require that you have the correct beta profile and are signed up for Apple's beta program.
Please note : these betas are only intended for developers and public testers and are not suitable for use on devices that you need on a daily basis.
Timeline iOS 14.6 Beta
Below a timeline of the iOS 14.6 betas. We expect iOS 14.6 in May or June 2021.
- iOS 14.6 Public Beta 3: May 10 (released, build number 18F5065a)
- iOS 14.6 Beta 3: May 10 (released , build number 18F5065a)
- iOS 14.6 Public Beta 2: April 30 (released, build number 18F5055b)
- iOS 14.6 Beta 2: April 30 (released, build number 18F5055b)
- iOS 14.6 Public Beta 1: April 23 (released, build number 18F5046e)
- iOS 14.6 Beta 1: April 22 (released, build number 18F5046e)
- iOS 14.6 final: May or June 2021 (expected)
Timeline iPadOS 14.6 Beta
Below is a timeline of the iPadOS 14.6 betas. We expect iPadOS 14.6 in Spring 2021.
- iPadOS 14.6 Public Beta 3: May 10 (released, build number 18F5065a)
- iPadOS 14.6 Beta 3: May 10 (released , build number 18F5065a)
- iPadOS 14.6 Public Beta 2: April 30 (released, build number 18F5055b)
- iPadOS 14.6 Beta 2: April 30 (released, build number 18F5055b)
- iPadOS 14.6 Beta 1: April 22 (released, build number 18F5046e)
- iPadOS 14.6 final: May or June 2021 (expected)
< li> iPadOS 14.6 Public Beta 1: April 23 (released, build number 18F5046e)
About iOS 14.6
iOS 14.6 is already the sixth additional update for the iPhone and iPod touch from iOS 14. Usually such interim updates bring a number of new functions. To find out more about what's new in iOS 14, read our overview of the most important functions. We expect the update to support the paid podcasts in the Podcasts app and Apple Card Family, which will allow users of the Apple Card (not in the Netherlands and Belgium) to share it with family members.
About testing beta & rsquo; s
When testing beta & rsquo; s you can often run into problems. First of all, not all functions are usually immediately available, but are added and expanded during the test period. You can also suffer from crashes or some apps may not work properly yet. So keep this in mind if you decide to test an iOS update. It is therefore not recommended to install a beta on a device that you use every day, because there can still be many problems in the beta. You can read more about issues related to iOS 14 betas in our separate article.
Review History:
- 2021 – May 10, 7:18 PM: Beta 3 is now available.
- 2021 – April 30, 8:00 PM: The second beta is out now.
- 2021 – April 24, 8:45 AM: First public beta available.