Is the latest iPhone iOS update worth your time?

13 May

With iOS 14.5 now available, the question begs to be asked; is the new update really worth your time, and if it is, what exactly has changed or improved?

Digital giants are constantly releasing software updates for their devices, some small and relatively insignificant while other updates have a significant impact on the performance of the app or the device.

The new update comes alongside iPadOS 14.5 and WatchOS 7.4. That means it offers the Apple Watch unlock feature and App Tracking Transparency. Some say that the new features were designed to appeal to a world in the midst of a pandemic and, of course, to those worried about what happens to their data and their money in a world of digital payments.

So should you get the new iPhone iOS update? Without a doubt!

The new update comes hand-in-hand with iPadOS 14.5 and WatchOS 7.4. That means it offers the Apple Watch unlock feature and App Tracking Transparency. Some say that the new features were designed to appeal to a world in the midst of a pandemic and, of course, to those worried about what happens to their data.

ios 14.5 update #1: apple watch unlock

Apple watch unlock is for people on the move who want to comply with COVID-19 regulations (i.e., wear a mask at all times in public). As Apple devices have progressed over the years, the fingerprint ID feature is no longer. Now, Apple devices work purely on facial recognition, and you know what that means? It means you have to remove your mask to unlock your phone.

The new iOS 14.5 update enables users to unlock their mobile devices using their Apple Watch, eliminating the mask issue. Of course, you need to have an Apple Watch, and it must be running the Watch OS 7.4 version.

You can set up this feature in the following way:

  • On your mobile device, open settings.
  • Select “Face ID” and then “Passcode.”
  • Look for the toggle labelled “Unlock with Apple Watch” and select it.

Now you can unlock and relock your iPhone using your Apple Watch.

ios 14.5 update #2: app tracking transparency

This feature is for those worried about the safety of their personal data when using online services and applications.

By now, you’re aware that the apps you use (yes, including social media apps) track your user activity and data. The app tracking transparency feature requires these apps to ask your permission to do so. When you’re on a social media app, you will receive an alert asking if you want to allow the app to track your activity across other services and applications. You can switch off app tracking altogether or go to “Privacy” on your device settings and select which apps you want to disallow and allow monitoring.

additional features of ios 14.5 update

There are, of course, other features included in the iOS 14.5 update that aims to make the user experience more enjoyable and convenient. These include improvements to Siri, updates to the Podcast app, a selection of fun new emojis, Apple News updates, and various bug fixes that make the software run smoothly.

last word

If you want to take our word for it then the iOS 14.5 update is definitely worth your time, particularly if you want to ensure that you’re following COVID-19 regulations and keeping your personal data safe and secure. Download it today when you do your next online backup!

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