Apple on Monday released watchOS 8.5, tvOS 15.4, HomePod 15.4. The operating system update for Apple Watch delivers a new, non-binary Siri voice for American users along with 37 new emoji.
watchOS 8.5 also brings:
• Ability to authorize Apple TV purchases and subscriptions;
• COVID-19 vaccination cards in Apple Wallet now support the EU Digital COVID Certificate format;
• Updates to irregular rhythm notifications designed to improve atrial fibrillation identification. Available in the United States, Chile, Hong Kong, SOuth Africa, and many regions where the feature is available;
• Audio hints in Fitness+ provid you with audio commentary of visually demonstrated moved during workouts.
According to Apple, tvOS 15.4 and HomePod 15.4 add captive Wi-Fi network support, which means you can use your iPhone or iPad to connect the Apple TV and HomePod to networks that need additional sign-in steps. The company explains in the release notes:
Captive Wi-Fi network support on tvOS allows you to use your iPhone or iPad to connect your Apple TV to networks that need additional sign-in steps, like at hotels or dorms.
The Apple TV video player on tvOS 15.4 now has an “Up Next” queue that can be viewed from the “Now Playing” screen.
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I’ve lost the ability to swipe on the Watch home screen. Anyone else seen that?