Apple has released iOS 15.4 General users have been updated! Comes with important features such as scanning the face (Face ID) when wearing a mask and many new features Let’s look at the summary.
iOS 15.4
iOS 15.4 comes with Build Number : 19E241
Featured Features in iOS 15.4
Scan your face (Face ID) while wearing a mask.
iPhone 12, iPhone 13 series users can set up a face ID scan (Face ID) while wearing a mask. The system will use scanning the area around the eyes instead of scanning the entire face like before.
See how to set up : https://www.iphonemod.net/how-to-setup-face-id-with-mask-ios-15-4.html
If the user wears glasses Faces can be scanned while wearing glasses as well.
Face ID while wearing a mask supports both scanning to unlock iPhone as well as scanning to verify your identity such as loading apps, making payments, etc.
This feature is only supported for iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max.
You can update iOS via Cellular.
If the user is not connected to Wi-Fi, iOS can be downloaded and installed over a Cellular (4G/5G) connection.
*Update to iOS 15.4 this time requires a Wi-Fi connection, with next version update it “may be able” to update via Cellular.
*This feature was found in Beta, but Apple may remove this feature in this official version of iOS 15.4.
*Downloading software updates will consume a lot of data. Therefore, it is suitable for users of mobile networks with unlimited data packets.
More than 30 new emojis
photo credit: emojipedia
The app supports more 120Hz screens (iPhone 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max).
Apple has adjusted the system to allow third-party apps to support more display on the iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, ProMotion 120Hz screens, resulting in a smoother app experience.
Tap to Pay (Not yet in Thailand)
Tap to pay feature Users can tap their iPhone to the scanner to receive payments via Apple Pay, but this feature is not available in Thailand.
Update SharePlay Button
The SharePlay button will only display apps or content that support SharePlay.
Update iCloud Keychain Password Saving on Safari
To save passwords to iCloud Keychain (iCloud Keychain) on the Safari website, your username is also required. (Usually only enter password)
Updated AirTag setup instructions.
Apple began updating to prevent AirTag from being used for unwanted tracking, in iOS 15.4 the first time a user pairs with an AirTag, it will include an aggregate description that AirTag is used to track objects. not used to track people If misused, there may be an offense and penalties under local law.
Added Siri voice with American accent
Added Siri voice, American accent, 5th sound
Added camera text scanning in Notes app.
Users can use the camera in the Note app to scan text to insert text into notes. (Does not support Thai language)
Update button method to make SOS calls.
Change the key press to make an SOS call to Press the volume key. (increase or decrease) + side button and hold
The Magnifier app supports Ultra-Wide cameras.
The Magnifier app supports the iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max Ultra-Wide camera to zoom in much closer.
Added a new green background image.
Add background (Wallpaper) from iPhone 13 green and iPhone 13 Pro alpine green.
Universal Controls on iPad, Mac
iPadOS 15.4, macOS 12.3 Support Universal Control Features One mouse, keyboard control, iPad, Mac compatibility Can drag tasks between devices to one device.
fix various problems
- The keyboard may insert a period manually when typing numbers.
- Photos and videos are not shared to iCloud Library.
- Live Listen closes automatically when you close the Control Center.
- The system also records and shares user interactions with Siri back to Apple, even though this feature has been turned off.
- Fixes a drop in sound quality when using AirPods when answering a call
Devices that support iOS 15.4
- iPhone 13
- iPhone 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro
- iPhone 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS
- iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone X
- iPhone 8
- iPhone 8Plus
- iPhone 7
- iPhone 7Plus
- iPhone 6S
- iPhone 6S Plus
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPhone SE (1st generation)
- iPod touch (7th generation)
Updated to iOS 15.4
Supported device users can update to iOS 15.4 right away where Software Update will update via the device. Or you can connect to your computer to update. (Recommend backing up before updating)
iOS 15.4 update details
Face ID
- Face ID option while wearing a face mask on iPhone 12 and later.
- Apple Pay and password autofill in apps and Safari can now be used with Face ID while wearing a mask.
emoji
- There are new emojis including faces, hand gestures and household items in the emoji keyboard.
- Handshake emoji allow you to choose different skin tones for each hand.
FaceTime
- SharePlay sessions can be started directly from supported apps.
Siri
- Siri can provide time and date information while offline on iPhone XS, iPhone XR, iPhone 11 or later.
vaccination card
- The EU Digital Health Supported COVID Certificate is now available for download.
- Store COVID-19 vaccinations that can check lab results and records of treatment for coronavirus infections
- Covid-19 vaccination card The wallet now supports the EU digital COVID certificate format.
This update also includes the following improvements for your iPhone:
- Safari web page translation adds support for Italian and Chinese (Traditional).
- podcast app add episode filter for season when playing when you haven’t played yet when recorded or when downloaded
- Custom email domains can be managed on iCloud from Settings.
- Shortcuts now support adding, removing, or searching tags when using reminders.
- The Emergency SOS setting changes the call use to long press for all users. The 5 press call is still an option in the Emergency SOS setting.
- The Close-up feature in Magnifier uses the Ultra Wide camera on iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max to help you see small objects.
- Your own notes can now be added to saved passwords in settings.
- This update also includes bug fixes for your iPhone:
- The keyboard may insert a period during numeric input.
- Photos and videos may not sync to iCloud Photo Library.
- The screen-to-speech accessibility feature may turn off suddenly within the Books app.
Live Listen may not be disabled when the switch is turned off in Control Center.