iOS 18.2 Public Beta 3: Key Features and Updates Before Launch

iOS 18.2 Public Beta 3 Features and Updates

Apple has released the iOS 18.2 public beta 3, following the latest developer beta. This version offers minor updates rather than significant new features.

New Changes in Public Beta 3

1. Video Scrubber: The Photos app now displays milliseconds on the video scrubber.
2. Camera Control Settings: Accessibility options for Camera Control are now centralized in one settings hub.
3. Default Contactless App: Users can now set a default app to replace Wallet under Settings > Apps.
4. Mail App Tweaks: There are small design improvements in Apple Mail.

The focus of this beta is on performance and bug fixes, preparing for the upcoming release candidate (RC) version. The next beta update is expected after the Thanksgiving holiday.

Highlights of iOS 18.2

iOS 18.2 introduces exciting features, especially with new Apple Intelligence tools:

• Genmoji: Create custom emoji for any app.
• ChatGPT in Siri: Siri can access ChatGPT for knowledge queries.
• Image Playground: Generate original AI images in various styles.
• Visual Intelligence: Utilize the iPhone 16’s Camera Control for information from your surroundings.
• More Features: Additional exciting functionalities are included.

Other notable updates in iOS 18.2 involve a redesigned Mail app, enhancements in Find My, and upgrades to Camera Control.

To join the public beta program and install the pre-release software, visit beta.apple.com.

What features are you looking forward to in iOS 18.2? Share your thoughts in the comments.