iOS 14.4: New Features You Should Know About

Did you know that Apple introduced new features and bug fixes in the newly released iOS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4? Get a quick overview of the bunch of new changes in the update so that you will know what to expect after you install it.

What are the New Features in iOS 14.4?

Bluetooth Device Settings

To ensure that Headphone Audio Level measurements of third-party Bluetooth connected audio devices are taken correctly, the latest iOS 14 update features a setting that specifies a device type. Since the headphone audio levels are tracked, don’t be surprised if Apple sends you alerts if your music is playing at levels that can potentially damage your hearing health.

“Time to Walk”

Do you have a connected Apple Watch running watchOS 7.3? If you’re an Apple Fitness+ subscriber, you can find “Time to Walk” in the options of the Apple Watch Workout app. While you do your walking workout, you can listen to inspiring audio stories from influential individuals.

Each of the episodes can be approximately 25 to 40 minutes long and featured guests include music artists Dolly Parton and Shawn Mendes, NBA player Draymond Green, and actress Uzo Aduba. They talk about various topics including their thoughts on gratitude and purpose, the lessons they’ve learned in life, their meaningful memories, and even their funny experiences.

Improved Overall QR Code Recognition Functionality

If you use your iPhone’s camera when you’re scanning a QR code, you can expect the camera to recognize QR codes that are smaller.

Fixes for Major Security Vulnerabilities

Kernel and WebKit vulnerabilities affected all iPhones and iPads that were running iOS or iPadOS 14. For this reason, you should promptly update to 1OS 14.4 and iPadOS 14.4 because the software features security vulnerability fixes.

Camera Authenticity Warnings

Apple will send you notifications if you get your iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, or 12 Pro Max repaired by someone who uses a camera that’s recycled from another iPhone 12 model or a non-genuine Apple camera.

Various Bug Fixes

Annoying issues with iPhone 12 Pro image artifacts, fitness widget, typing lags, messages keyboard, CarPlay News app, and Switch Control can now be fixed.