Apple releases iOS 16.2 and other platforms

Following recent RC Apple now releases iOS/iPadOS 16.2, macOS 13.1 Ventura, watchOS 9.2 and tvOS 16.2. Xcode 14.2 is also released.

HomePodOS received corresponding update (which is required for Home updates and Matter support).

Apple also releases security bug fixes for previous OS releases - iOS 15 and macOS 11 Big Sur and macOS 12 Monterey.

This update brings several important updates:

Apple Newsroom: Apple launches Freeform: a powerful new app designed for creative collaboration

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Third round of beta versions is published for iOS 16.2 and other platforms

Apple publishes next round of beta versions for iOS/iPadOS 16.2, macOS 13.1, watchOS 9.2 and tvOS 16.2. No new Xcode beta is published so far.

Apple continues to polish different aspects of iOS – this beta provides more options for always-in display – wallpaper and notifications could now be turned off.

This update is to introduce Freeform app for collaborative editing to multiple Apple platforms.

Beta download: Operating Systems

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