Apple operating systems: iOS 16.2 and updates for Mac, iPad, Watch & HomePod
Apple updates its operating systems iOS, iPadOS, macOS, tvOS and HomePodOS to version 16.2, 9.2 and 13.1 respectively. They offer some new features like “iMessage Contact Key Verification” and fix many bugs.
Apple updates almost all OS
< p class="p text-width">In addition to iOS 16.2, which is available from the iPhone 8 and the 2nd generation iPhone SE, and iPadOS 16.2 and the desktop operating system macOS Ventura 13.1, Apple is also updating the operating software of the Apple Watch, Apple TV and HomePod. Apple is only not updating the firmware for the Apple Studio Display, which still has problems with the webcam quality even with the current firmware 15.5
Apple is rolling out the following new ones Versions of its operating systems as usual in waves:
iOS 16.2
iPadOS 16.2
macOS Ventura 13.1
HomePodOS 16.2
watchOS 9.2
tvOS 16.2
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New Freeform App
While users can use the iMessage Contact Key Verification mentioned above to ensure that they only communicate with those people they intend to communicate with on all new Apple operating systems, Freeform is intended to enable collaboration with friends and colleagues on the Mac, iPhone and iPad to enhance. This collaborative whiteboard app offers Apple Pencil support and allows users to have fun with notes, post-it notes and graphics on a free layout while communicating with FaceTime or iMessage.
Apple Freeform is a collaborative whiteboard (Image: Apple)
For the Apple Watch and the Apple Watch Ultra, the new watchOS 9.2 brings optimized battery management and improved accident detection, while macOS Ventura version 13.1 sees improvements in particular to the Home app, which now supports the proprietary and license-free Matter connection standard for cross-manufacturer home automation .
With regard to iOS 16.2 and iPadOS 16.2, which will receive the most extensive updates, Apple highlights the following innovations.
Freeform
Freeform is a new app for creating with friends and colleagues on Mac, iPad, and iPhone.
The flexible workspace lets you add files, images, sticky notes, and more.
The drawing tools give you the ability to draw anywhere in the workspace with your finger.
Apple Music Sing
A new way to sing along to millions of your favorite tracks in Apple Music.
Customizable vocals let you sing alone, duet with the original artists, or mix and match.
Beat-to-beat lyrics make it even easier to follow the beat of the music.
Emergency call SOS via satellite
A feature for users to contact emergency services even when cellular network or Wi-Fi is not available on iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Pro models.
Lock screen
New settings allow you to hide wallpapers and notifications when the “Always On” display setting is enabled on iPhone 14 Pro or iPhone 14 Pro Max.
Use the Sleep widget to view your current sleep data.
Use the Medication widget to view reminders and quickly access your plan.
Game Center
Game Center supports SharePlay for multiplayer games, so you can play alongside the participants in a FaceTime call .
The Activity widget lets you see what your friends are playing and their in-game achievements right on the Home screen.
Home
Improved reliability and performance for communication between smart home accessories and Apple devices.
iOS 16.2 and iPad 16.2 – Release Notes
With “Advanced Data Protection for iCloud”, an end-to-end encryption, users now also have the option of Better protect important iCloud data like iCloud backups, photos, notes and more. However, this feature will initially only be offered in the USA and will be rolled out globally from the beginning of 2023, as Apple has already announced.
