Apple publishes iOS/iPadOS 16.3 beta 1, macOS 13.2 beta 1, watchOS 9.2 beta 1 and tvOS 16.3 beta 1. No corresponding Xcode beta is there yet.
iOS 16.3 and macOS 13.2 beta 1 bring support for hardware security keys for Apple ID second factor announced recently. iOS beta also now shows guidance on HomePod handoff process.
Apple Developer: Get ready with the latest beta releases
Beta download: Operating Systems
Release notes:
- iOS & iPadOS 16.3 Beta Release Notes (no important notes)
- macOS Ventura 13.2 Beta Release Notes
- watchOS 9.3 Beta Release Notes (no important notes)
- tvOS 16.3 Beta Release Notes (no important notes)
References:
- iOS 16.3 and macOS Ventura 13.2 Betas Add Support for Physical Apple ID Security Keys
- iOS 16.3 beta guides users on how to use Handoff from iPhone to HomePod
Recommendations
Developer:
Check beta for compatibility issues.QA engineer:
Check apps for regressions.PM/DM:
Business as usual.