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Should I upgrade to iOS 16.4?
Last year, Apple upgraded its operating system to iOS 16. This allowed you to do things that were never before possible, such as unsend a text. It also let you customize your lock screen, insert emojis with your voice, pin tabs in Safari and more.
Two days ago, iOS 16.4 was released. Besides the typical bug fixes, this version has a number of nifty new features with relatively few reported issues. This suggests that it’s a good idea to accept the upgrade for your iPhone or iPad right now.
In this article: Apple 2022 Apple TV 4K, Apple 2022 12.9-inch iPad Pro and Apple iPhone 14 (Renewed).
What are the standout features in iOS 16.4?
BestReviews technology expert Jaime Vazquez is a fan of any gadget or upgrade that makes his life or work easier. His initial impression is that the latest version is a gift for smart home users.
“iOS 16.4 reintroduces a HomeKit architecture that was pulled after the first rollout,” Vazquez said. “They’ve smoothed out the entire HomeKit experience. It’s easier to add users and overall, it’s much more stable.”
Vazquez was also excited about the new voice isolation feature that prioritizes your voice while reducing ambient background noise for cleaner calls. And he said everyone will love the 21 new emojis.
What else does 16.4 offer?
A few of the other features iOS 16.4 brings to the table are:
- A shared photo library.
- Home screen notifications for web apps.
- Automatic dimming of videos when strobes or flashing lights are detected.
- New and updated shortcuts.
- Traditional page-turning animation in Apple Books.
- Crash Detection optimizations.
- An order-tracking widget for Apple Wallet.
- Increased support for emergency SOS.
Products that let you get the most out of iOS 16.4
This third-generation model has support for DolbyVision and HDR10+, along with the A15 Bionic chip to give you a remarkable entertainment experience. It also has an improved remote, can pair with a HomePod mini and act as a home hub to control your smart accessories.
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This 12.9-inch iPad Pro has Face ID, Wi-Fi 6E and all-day battery life. The ultra-wide front camera works with Center Stage to keep you in frame when using video apps. The Liquid Retina XDR display gives you a superb viewing experience.
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When you upgrade to iOS 16.4, the calls you make will be clearer than ever. This model has the best camera that Apple devices offer. Since it is refurbished, you can get it at a lower price, but it is in excellent condition and backed by the 90-day Amazon Renewed guarantee.
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If you prefer an iPad Air, this model features Touch ID, stereo landscape speakers and an all-day battery life. It comes with up to 256 GB of storage and is available in either blue, purple, pink, starlight or space gray.
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The Apple AirTag is the device that keeps your other devices safe. Just attach it to whatever is important to you, and if you ever misplace that item, you can quickly find it by using your iPhone or iPad.
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