Apple developers have been working hard behind the scenes and it is evident by the fact that they’ve already started rolling out the iOS 17.2 Beta 3 update for developers. As usual, it has been made available to developers first and become available for public beta testers soon.
The second beta update came out last week and it had a few interesting changes, including suggestions in Journal app and Spatial video recording for Vision Pro among others. Since iOS 17.2 update is expected to be the next update, you can expect some more changes in the coming beta releases.
Alongside iOS 17.2 Beta 3, Apple has also released other updates like iPadOS 17.2 Beta 3, tvOS 17.2 Beta 3, watchOS 10.2 Beta 3, visionOS 1.0 Beta 6, macOS Monterey 12.7.2 RC3, macOS Ventura 13.6.3 RC3, and macOS Sonoma 14.2 Beta 3.
Changelog for the new iOS beta update
The iOS 17.2 Beta 3 update will come with the build number 21C5046c. From the build number, it seems like you can expect a few more beta builds. The third beta update weighs around 600MB but it’ll depend on the model.
As for the changes and new features, here is what the beta update will bring –
- A new Modem update
- Live wallpapers have returned in collections
- Add favorite song toggle in Music Settings
- Shows Predictions Inline option in Keyboards settings
- Share Name and Photo option has been added to FaceTime and Phone under Settings
- Clear history in Safari will now remember about your previous timeframe selection
- Other small changes and other bug fixes
How to update to iOS 17.2 Beta 3 update?
The new iOS beta update is available to developers and it is expected to become available to Public Beta testers too. If you’re already on second beta of enabled beta update on your iPhone, you’ll be receiving the update. To check for the update, you should head over to Settings -> General -> Software Update. Ensure that you take backup and charge your iPhone before you install the update.