iOS 16.2 release date set for Dec; if you got an iPhone, AirDrop to apps, check top benefits

tech.hindustantimes.com:

Apple is expected to release the iOS 16.2 update for the iPhone users in December 2022. However, the exact date for the same is not yet known. Recently the company also seeded the release candidate versions of the upcoming iOS 16.2 updates to developers for testing purposes. According to a report by MacRumors, the Release Candidate version brings an opt-in end-to-end encryption to additional iCloud features, with the feature coming to all U.S. users with the launch of iOS 16.2. One of the major changes that the update will bring the AirDrop feature.

With the latest iOS 16.2 update, Apple has timed the AirDrop's ‘Everyone' option and restricted it to only 10 minutes once it is turned on, according to a report by Live Mint. As per the information, once the iPhone user selects the ‘Everyone for 10 minutes', the AirDrop will turn off after 10 minutes and switch back to ‘Contacts only' to receive only media from the contacts.

Here are some of the other major updates that iOS 16.2 update can bring to the iPhone models:

1. The Freeform App: The new Freeform app is a productivity tool which can be used by the iPhone users to add post-it notes, shapes, files, links, scans, photos and videos, audio, typed text, and more. Users will also be able to plan projects, brainstorm ideas, create inspiration boards, and more using the app.

2. Change to Lock Screen: The iOS 16.2 update will bring Sleep Widget and Medication widget. It is also expected to bring shortcut actions to the Lock Screen including wallpapers for Lock Screen and set Wallpaper Photo.

3. Home App: The iOS 16.2 updates are expected to add support for an updated Home app architecture providing faster, more reliable performance in homes with many smart accessories.

4. Always On