Apple released revised iOS 16.5 RC before the public release later this week.

Introduction

Apple has just rolled out a revised version of iOS 16.5 RC, an update available for all developers and public beta testers. Unlike its predecessor, iOS 16.4, which introduced a range of new features, iOS 16.5 places emphasis on enhancing stability and performance. The latest build number for iOS 16.5 is 20F66.

iOS 16.5 Release Notes

You can check below the full release notes of iOS 16.5 as shared by Apple:

“This update includes the following enhancements and bug fixes:

• A new Pride Celebration wallpaper for the Lock Screen to honor the LGBTQ+ community and culture

• Sports tab in Apple News gives easy access to stories, scores, standings, and more, for the teams and leagues you follow

• My Sports score and schedule cards in Apple News take you directly to game pages where you can find additional details about specific games

• Fixes an issue where Spotlight may become unresponsive

• Addresses an issue where Podcasts in CarPlay may not load content

• Fixes an issue where Screen Time settings may reset or not sync across all devices”

New Features

New “Pride” Wallpaper

In a move that celebrates inclusivity and diversity, Apple has introduced a dedicated wallpaper category featuring "Pride" wallpapers. This category includes two stunning Pride wallpapers, one from last year and a brand new one that accompanies the release of iOS 16.5. This year's Pride wallpaper is automatically switching between Light and Dark Mode, synchronizing with the system settings. What sets this year's Pride wallpaper apart is the seamless transition displayed when unlocking your iPhone or when switching from the notification view to the Home Screen, creating a captivating visual experience.

Apple News - New Sports Tab

Apple has been making significant strides in the world of sports services, particularly with its latest developments on Apple TV. This time, Apple has enhanced the user experience by adding a new Sports tab and a dedicated My Sports section within the Apple News app. These exciting updates are set to roll out with the release of iOS 16.5. As avid followers of Apple's progress, we were the first to report this change on Twitter.

Small Tweaks and Bug Fixes

The latest iOS 16.5 update brings a solution to the problem of unresponsive Spotlight, ensuring a smoother user experience. Hopefully, affected users can now efficiently rely on Spotlight to quickly access information without encountering any unresponsiveness.

For CarPlay users who enjoy podcasts on the go, iOS 16.5 addresses an issue that previously prevented content from loading properly. With this fix, Podcasts in CarPlay will now seamlessly load content, allowing users to enjoy their favorite shows while driving.

iOS 16.5 resolves an inconvenience faced by users where Screen Time settings would either reset or fail to sync across multiple devices. With this fix in place, users can now have consistent and accurate Screen Time settings across all their Apple devices, providing better control and management of their screen usage.

Updating your iPhone now requires at least 20% battery while connected to a charger. That’s a welcome change since you don’t have to charge your iPhone further in case your device remains connected to a wired or wireless charger.

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