New in iOS 17.6 Public Beta 2

Apple published the second public beta of iOS 17.6, continuing its iterative and user-focused improvements

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This beta lets customers test and provide input on iOS’s latest features while Apple iOS prepares for the final release

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This makes sense as it's likely the last major update before iOS 18's September 2024 release iOS 17.6

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The Apple TV app’s “Catch Up” feature is the most noteworthy change to iOS 17.6

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Sports enthusiasts like this because they can view crucial moments and highlights from live games they stayed up late to watch

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The real excitement is likely in iOS 18, as iOS 17.6 is likely merely a polishing upgrade. iOS may evolve

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Apple's products have historically emphasised health and wellness, and iOS 18 may add capabilities that maximise the iPhone's potential

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The App Store may be redesigned to make it easier to browse categories and identify good apps

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They may also see app enhancements like multitasking or Apple ecosystem integration.iOS 18 will likely maintain Apple's privacy-first approach For more details Govindhtech.com

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