More Features Coming to iPhone Users Unveiled in iOS 17.4 Beta

The iOS 17.4 beta has already shown us what iPhone users can expect from Apple’s next update, and it looks like the feature list will continue to grow with new additions every week. We’ve already covered the topic several times, but with new options coming to iPhone users next month, we decided to give you another preview of what the new update will bring.

The company is also making major changes to IOS 17.4 to meet new EU rules, including the ability to download apps to the iPhone and other third-party system access rights.

iOS 17.4 Beta Features: What We Know

The iOS 17.4 beta has already teased the world of sideloading iPhone apps, and they also get the ability to choose a default browser that hasn’t been available anywhere else for iPhone users. But there’s more in store for iPhone users, with new features added here that will benefit older iPhones as well.

Stolen device protection

As the name suggests, iPhone users can protect their device with an extra level of security in case it is stolen or lost. Apple activates multi-layered biometric security with Face ID and other personal information to prevent your data from being stolen.

New options for Vision Pro headphones

Apple has released the new Vision Pro headset, and some users are noticing that a new feature for iPhone users called double tap is being overlooked.

Apple Battery Health Refresh

Apple is adding options to the Battery Health section, giving iPhone users more information about the battery’s health and how long it will last before it needs to be replaced. Apple has added a new Battery menu to the settings, where you can see if the battery’s condition is normal or not.

CarPlay updates

The iOS 17.4 update makes the driver-friendly feature easy to use for cars with dual-screen integration.

Web screen applications from the start screen are removed

While iPhone users in Europe will get some new features thanks to the new rules, they will also lose access to web apps on the home screen after the release of the iOS 17.4 update. The restriction is enforced because Apple must allow third-party browser engines to operate in the region.

The iOS 17.4 update is expected to be released in March, which is just a few weeks after the beta version is cleaned of all bugs to provide stable performance.