iOS 10 Second Public Beta Released – Key Features, Fixes & Updates

Apple has officially released the iOS 10 second public beta, giving users a sneak peek into the upcoming iOS version with improved features and bug fixes. This release comes after strong anticipation from both developers and users testing the macOS Sierra and iOS platforms.

The anticipation around testing iOS 10’s second public beta has been high, and Apple has now made it available to public testers and developers. While still in progress with minor fixes, this beta version adds several improvements over the first release. According to official data, iOS 10 reached 54% adoption on active devices just one month after release, highlighting how crucial beta improvements have been to user experience.

The latest iOS 10 beta introduces a working Touch ID option, similar to iOS 9. Users can rest their fingers on the sensor to go directly to the home screen. iPhone 6s and 6s Plus now provide vibrating feedback when locking the device. To enhance Apple’s fitness features, users can choose to share their workout activity and health data.

If you have been using the first public release, then use this as well.

MacOS version doesn’t have major noticeable changes and is quite similar to its earlier versions. If you have been trying to use the first public release, then it is advised that you use this version as well. In case you’re putting to use iOS or macOS, there is one big truth about it ­as you all are aware of the fact this is only an early software and before installing this version or the earlier beta version you have to be very smart and careful to install it as there is a high degree of risk to access to some of the applications.

Over-the-air updates to developers

Two weeks post the release of the first public iOS 10, Apple has made the release of the second public beta of iOS 10. The third developer beta of iOS 10 was also released in between these releases.

Once beta testers install the iOS 10 beta version with the required certificate, they receive over-the-air (OTA) updates as part of Apple’s beta testing program.

The version contains bugs, so choose to install on a secondary device first.

The Beta testing website is the platform where the developers who are willing to be a part of Apple’s beta testing program can sign up and post signed up, the website grants users/developers access to both iOS and OS X betas.

Also, keep in mind that this version is unstable and contains many bugs, so you should install it on a secondary device first.

IOS 10’s third developer beta is identical to the second public beta of iOS 10

iOS 10’s third developer beta closely matches the second public beta. It includes a new keyboard sound, an easily accessible option to use iOS 9-style Touch ID, and haptic feedback when locking the phone. Apple also introduced improved Quick Actions for sharing apps in this version.

New and improved features

iOS 10 offers a variety of additional features and design changes, like a new Lock screen, an improved Messages app with background animations, bubble effects, Digital Touch, a full App Store, and more, and a Photos app with facial and object recognition.

Various Design Tweaks

This version also introduces a new and improved Home app, updated Maps, and a redesigned Apple Music. iOS 10 brings several design tweaks and system changes. Apple plans to release the final version publicly in the fall, but developers and public beta testers can already access the beta version.