New multitasking features in iOS 17.4 beta: This has been a rather hectic day at 9to5Mac. A number of modifications have been made to the App Store and its ecosystem in the European Union since Apple released the new multitasking features in iOS 17.4 beta. However, certain updates are available to all users. See a summary of all the recent additions to iOS 17.4 below.
21E5184i is the build number for iOS 17.4. Developers who have registered can now download it by navigating to “General” in the Settings app and selecting “Software Update.” We anticipate that later this week or early next week, iOS 17.4 will be made available to public beta testers.
App Store and EU changes
- iOS 17.4, as I indicated at the beginning, brings with it a plethora of significant changes to the App Store and its wider ecosystem for European Union iPhone owners. This contains much more, such as the first-ever support for third-party app stores, modifications to the policies governing default web browsers, and game streaming apps. This is a summary of everything we covered today:
- With iOS 17.4, Apple announced support for third-party iPhone app shops in the EU.
- In the EU, Apple will ask consumers to enable third-party web engines and configure default browsers on their iPhones.
- Apple introduces a lower European app commission structure.
- App Store users can now download game-streaming apps from Apple.
- Apple allows NFC chips to function in Europe, providing an alternative to Apple Pay.
Transcripts in Apple Podcasts
In iOS 17.4, the Apple Podcasts app has undergone a few significant updates. First, transcripts that are created automatically are now supported. These transcripts will be produced automatically by Apple and shown within the Apple Podcasts application.
With iOS 17.4, the Now Playing bar at the bottom of the Apple Podcasts app has also undergone a change to better resemble Apple Music’s Now Playing bar.
Siri
With iOS 17.4, Siri has been improved to read messages in more languages than only the one that is assigned to it for all other jobs.
Go to Settings > Siri & Search > Messaging with Siri to get the new feature. There’s a new Add Language… button under the READ MESSAGES section, which prompts with a number of language possibilities.
New emoji
New emoji are included in iOS 17.4 for the following uses:
horizonally shaking the head
Brown Phoenix Bird Shaking His Head Vertically while Holding a Lime Chain of Broken Mushrooms
The graphic above gives you a sneak peek at these new emoji options, courtesy of our friends at Emojipedia. They make it clear that fresh iterations of the family emoticons are also included in iOS 17.4.
Stolen Device Protection
As we noted this morning, iOS 17.4 now has an enhanced Stolen Device Protection function. Users can now choose to always request a security delay when modifying security settings. Previously, the only way to achieve the delay was to utilize it while you weren’t in familiar surroundings.
More iOS 17.4 tidbits
- The “General” > “About” menu in the Settings app now contains a new “Identifiable Region” label.
- Compared to iOS 17.3, Safari’s address bar is somewhat broader.
- The Settings app now has a “Contactless & NFC” menu under the “Privacy” section; however, it is not operational at the moment.
- In Germany, you may now choose to speak “Siri” instead of “Hey Siri.”
Wrap up
An overview of every new feature included in iOS 17.4 thus far is given. This is a big development, so as we continue the beta testing phase, we expect further updates. Apple claims that iOS 17.4 will be available for download in March.
Has iOS 17.4 beta 1 changed anything else that you’ve noticed? Tell us in the section that follows! We’ll continue to cover everything that’s new in today’s happenings for the rest of the week.
Conclusion : New multitasking features in iOS 17.4 beta
iOS 17.4 Beta has brought significant changes to the App Store and its ecosystem in the European Union. Developers can download the update by navigating to “General” in the Settings app and selecting “Software Update.” The update includes support for third-party app stores, a lower European app commission structure, and the ability to download game-streaming apps from Apple. Apple also allows NFC chips to function in Europe, providing an alternative to Apple Pay.
The Apple Podcasts app has been updated with automatic transcripts and a new Now Playing bar. Siri has been improved to read messages in more languages, and new emojis have been added for various purposes. The Stolen Device Protection feature has been updated, allowing users to demand a security delay when adjusting security settings.
FAQs
How do I get the iOS 17.4 beta?
Select iOS 17 Developer Beta from the Software Update > Beta Updates menu under Settings > General.
Return to the Software Update screen and watch for the iOS 17.4 beta to load.
Is iOS 17.4 Beta available to the public?
iOS 17.4 Beta is currently available to registered developers for testing purposes. A public release is expected in the coming months.
Can I install iOS 17.4 Beta on older devices?
While iOS 17.4 Beta is compatible with a wide range of devices, some features may require newer hardware or specific device configurations to function optimally.
Will iOS 17.4 Beta be a free update?
Like previous iOS updates, iOS 17.4 Beta is expected to be a free update for eligible devices, available for download through the Settings app.