Apple iOS Updates: iPhone and iPad Receive iOS 10.3 Beta 5

Mar 10, 2017 09:24 AM EST | Lasitha

The fifth iOS 10.3 beta for developer testing on iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch is released by Apple. The software update brings with it a lot of features and improvements. iOS 10.3 is currently only available in beta for registered developers and public beta testers. The version for the general public will be rolled out in just a few days.

It is reported that the upcoming software update includes Find My AirPods support. iOS 10.3 is the first version to include Find My AirPods in the Find My iPhone app. It also has CarPlay improvements, Apple's new filesystem, and much more improvements. The software update will ensure that Wi-Fi Calling is possible for iCloud-connected devices for Verizon customers. It enhances the connectivity easily.

The highlight of the software update is Find My AirPods added to Find My iPhone app. It is reported that the software will have safari support for reduced motion preference. The settings will ensure that the user security is prominent, reported 9 to 5 Mac.

iOS 10.3 uses new Apple File System (APFS) which will help the customers to free up some space. The new system will help the developers to request app rating. For the ease of users, there is an opt out option in Settings too. Using this, the request can be blocked.

In the new software update, CarPlay status bar will enable quick access to media, communication, and travel apps for quick switching without accessing the Home screen. Not only this, the CarPlay will be able to gain quick access to albums from songs in Music. A 3D Touch forecast is enabled to access weather data in Maps app, reported App Advice.

For the first time, iOS 10.3 includes iCloud Analytics. The iOS 10.3 has made the functioning smoother. In just a few days, the new software update will reach all devices. 

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