iPadOS 18.5 Release Candidate (RC) is now available for developers and public beta testers. This substantial 7.52 GB update supports all iPadOS 18-compatible devices. If no critical issues arise, this version is expected to be the final public release, anticipated around May 12th.
Key Features and Updates:
- Availability: Currently available for developers and public beta testers.
- Device Compatibility: Supports all devices compatible with iPadOS 18.
- Update Size: 7.52 GB.
- Build Number: 22F75.
- Screen Time: Instant alerts to parents on their iPhones when a child attempts to change their Screen Time passcode.
- TV App Purchases: Confirmation of TV app purchases across iPad, iPhone, and Apple Watch.
- Cellular Enhancements:
- RCS messaging for Jio users in India.
- 5G standalone functionality for Airtel.
- Emergency SOS via satellite in the UK.
- New Pride Wallpaper: An animated Pride wallpaper has been added.
- Mail App Improvements: Option to show priority and contact photos directly from the three-dot menu.
- Updated Warranty Information: Accessible under Settings > General > About.
- Music App: Integration of a new viral chart from Shazam.
- Bug Fixes: Includes fixes for issues related to the Apple Vision Pro app, broadcast extension, Siri, Story Kit, HVF, and writing tools.
- Performance and Battery: Smooth performance with approximately 6 hours of screen-on time.
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