If you are a techie who loves testing new OSs to get first dibs on the changes, then you may want to give iOS 10.3.2 a try before it gets finalized for public use.
Apple has launched the iOS 10.3.2 public beta version for compatible iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. The OS can be downloaded by those who signed up for the Beta Software Program online. The new OS came on the heels of the recently released iOS 10.3, which came with a lot of changes such as updates to Siri and the "Find My AirPods" feature.
iOS 10.3.2 will hold the fort until the rumored iOS 11 launches on Apple's WWDC 2017 this June.
iOS 10.3.2 Public Beta Available Now
iOS 10.3.2 can be downloaded by those who are on Apple Beta Software Program. Simply register with your Apple ID to access the new OS.
The release comes one day after the release of developer beta of iOS 10.3.2, macOS 10.12.5, watchOS 3.2.2, and tvOS 10.2.1. Also, it came two days after Apple rolled out iOS 10.3, tvOS 10.2, watchOS 3.2, and macOS 10.12.4.
As a general practice, Apple launches a beta version of an OS before it releases the final one to the public. This lets interested users try out the OS to test the features and stability, as well as discover bugs and glitches, if there are any. This public beta program is free to join, unlike the paid version for developers.
Apple has not released any change notes for iOS 10.3.2, which is believed to be a minor point release as no major outward-facing changes have been discovered so far.
What's New With iOS 10.3
On March 27, Apple released iOS 10.3 with lots of usability features. One major change is "Find My AirPods," a feature that was added to Find My iPhone. The new feature plays a sound on the AirPods to help owners locate their wireless headphones in case one or both get missing. It also works by saving the last known location of the AirPods.
Personal assistant Siri also got major tweaks. Tasks like checking bill status and paying them using payment apps can now be done with the help of Siri. Support for booking rides, checking fuel levels, lock status, and turning on lights are likewise enabled via Siri. Lastly, cricket lovers can check scores and stats from the Indian Premier League and the International Cricket Council.
Apple iOS 10.3 also introduced the Apple File System, which is optimized for for flash/SSD storage. Other changes include CarPlay for Apple music support, searching for "parked car" in Maps, and home app support for battery level status.
