Apple has just released the fifth betas of iOS 14.7 and iPadOS 14.7 to developers and public beta testers, shortly after releasing the fourth updates to iOS and iPadOS 14.7. The tech giant is also releasing watchOS 7.6 developer beta 5, as well as tvOS 14.7 developer beta 5.
The new iOS 14.7 beta 5 is available to developers via an over-the-air update in the Settings app. As usual, if the update doesn't appear for download immediately, keep checking back, as it sometimes takes a few minutes to roll out to all registered developers. The build number for this release is 18G5063a.
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As announced about a month ago, iOS 14.7 brings a new timer management feature for HomePod users . Apple HomePod is a revolutionary smart speaker that adapts to the space to provide quality sound in every corner. At the same time, it integrates the digital assistant Siri and allows you to control your smart home with your voice.
Apple has released the first beta of iOS 14.7 to developers, and while this update doesn't seem to bring any major changes, it does bring a new feature for HomePod users. With this new version of iOS, users will be able to set timers on their HomePod using the Home app on their iPhone, iPad, and possibly Mac.
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But let's take a closer look at all the new beta releases that Apple is now bringing:
- macOS Big Sur 11.5 beta 5
- iOS 14.7 beta 5 (18G5063a)
- iPadOS 14.7 beta 5 (18G5063a)
- watchOS 7.6 beta 5 (18U5561a)
- tvOS 14.7 beta 5 (18M5559a)
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So far, it's unknown when Apple will release these latest updates to the public, but we expect a release soon, given that we're now on the fifth beta, and also given that iOS 15 is now available in beta as well.
