Apple enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the arrival of iOS 16.5, and the tech giant is inching closer to its official release. Last week, Apple treated developers and public beta users to the first iOS 16.5 Release Candidate (RC). Now, the company is rolling out an updated version, bringing us one step closer to the public launch.
Today, registered developers and beta testers can get their hands on the latest iOS 16.5 RC. The update will be available over the air within the next hour, allowing users to install it effortlessly. To initiate the installation process, simply navigate to the Settings app, select General, and then tap on Software Update. Notably, today’s iOS 16.5 RC build number is 20F66, representing a significant progression from last week’s version.
At present, the updated iOS 16.5 RC is exclusively accessible to developer beta testers and public beta testers. This latest update introduces noteworthy enhancements to Apple News, along with an exciting addition—a vibrant “Pride Celebration” wallpaper.
According to Apple’s official announcement, the eagerly awaited iOS 16.5 is slated for release to the general public later this week. In light of Apple’s consistent release patterns, it is highly likely that users can expect the update to go live on Tuesday, May 16, at approximately 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT.
Stay tuned as we eagerly await the official launch of iOS 16.5, poised to bring exciting new features and improvements to Apple’s mobile ecosystem.