Apple pushed the following system updates to all users in the early hours of this morning:
iOS 15.4 (19E241)
iPadOS 15.4 (19E241)
watchOS 8.5 (19T242)
tvOS 15.4 (19L440)
macOS 12.3 (21E230)
Let's take a look at what the iOS 15.4 official version has updated!
Wear a mask to identify Face ID
iOS 15.4 finally supports the use of face recognition when wearing masks, which is also a feature that many users are eagerly awaiting in the context of the epidemic.
Unlike the earlier version of "unlock iPhone through Apple Watch" can only achieve "unlock" and can not verify Apple Pay or bus card through Apple Watch, nor can you use Apple Watch to fill in passwords, "Wear Mask Recognition Face ID" in iOS 15.4 is an upgraded version of Face ID, which can be used in all verification scenarios.
However, it should be noted that "Wearing a Mask to Recognize Face ID" only supports models above the iPhone 12 series.
37 new Emoji emoticons
iOS 15.4 added a new batch of emoji emojis, including melt face, tearful face, peek, pregnant person, lip biting and other expressions.
A 120Hz refresh rate is supported globally
iOS 15.4 opens up support for high 120Hz refresh rates for third-party apps, and some apps in previous releases didn't support global 120Hz refresh rates.
Simultaneous sharing supports music sharing
In iOS 15.4, you can enjoy music with your friends by selecting Share with your friends in the Share menu, whether in Apple Music or a third-party app that supports simulcast sharing.
Supports downloading updates over 4G/5G networks
iOS 15.4 already supports the use of 4G/5G mobile cellular networks to receive OTA updates to the system.
Wallet supports vaccination cards
In some supported countries and regions, users can import vaccination records into the Wallet app and double-click the side button directly on the lock screen to call out vaccination records for quick verification.
AirTag privacy protection enhanced
Apple has strengthened security and privacy alerts in the AirTag pairing interface of iOS 15.4 and added multiple anti-tracking mechanisms.
Siri adds a new neutral sound
Siri in iOS 15.4 adds a new U.S. English neutral timbre, and Siri now has a total of 5 U.S. English voice colors to choose from.
Shortcut Automation turns off notifications
In the past, every time a shortcut automation was run, a notification banner would pop up indicating that the automation was running, and in iOS 15.4 the notification could be turned off.
Universal control
The "Universal Control" function, which has been delayed and delayed, has finally landed on the latest iPadOS 15.4 and macOS Monterey 12.3, and the universal control function can realize a set of keyboard and mouse control of multiple devices, and can freely move or transfer files between devices, as if multiple devices are integrated into one.
Added Tap to Pay feature
iOS 15.4 added the new Tap to Pay feature, which turns iPhone directly into a contactless payment terminal that allows users to accept contactless payments from credit, debit or Apple Pay, and will be available to select retail stores in the United States.
Emergency contact settings
After updating to iOS 15.4, the user will be prompted in the "Settings" app to "Check Emergency SOS Settings", and when clicked, you will immediately enter the Emergency Contact Settings interface to notify the relevant emergency contact in an emergency situation.
Added China Mobile band support
iOS 15.4 also adds support for China Mobile's new 5G bands n28 (700 APT) and 17 (700b MHz).
After updating to the official version of iOS 15.4, what is your favorite feature update? Have you encountered any unusual usage issues or bugs?
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