iOS 18.2 and macOS 15.2: Safari downloads and Mac AirPlay improvements

In addition to Apple Intelligence Image Generator, which are activated for the first time, Apple has provided other useful new functions in iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS 15.2 that have nothing to do with AI. This has been reported by testers who have been able to obtain the public beta version of the new operating system since this week.

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Yes, Safari handles downloads on iPhone

Apple is making its Safari browser on iPhone more similar to the desktop version. This is reflected in the fact that downloads will now display on the lock screen as live activity. Since the iPhone 14 Pro, it also appears in the smartphone’s Dynamic Island, similar to what you see when playing music or waiting for a rental car. This means you can always see how much progress a large download – which later ends up on the iPhone or in iCloud – has made.

There is also a new Default Apps section in System Settings, with which you can specify in one place what should be used for email, messaging, telephony or the browser. Even the password manager and keyboard apps can be specified here. Can be done. Within the EU, other apps may also be removed, including the Photos and Camera apps.

iOS 18.2 and macOS 15.2: Safari downloads and Mac AirPlay improvements

Mac with better AirPlay

Under macOS 15.2, testers again noticed a novelty in local AirPlay streaming. It now only allows limited regions to be forwarded to AirPlay-enabled devices like Apple TV. You can choose between full screen and window. Alternatively, it is also possible to use the AirPlay receiver as an “extended screen” that complements the Mac. Interestingly, the option to share only individual windows or apps also appears when you connect the Mac to a screen or television using an HDMI cable.

iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS 15.2 will likely be released in December – possibly at the beginning of the month. When it comes to Apple Intelligence, support for the OpenAI service ChatGPT is also officially released. “Find me?” Improvements have also been made to the app, which now makes it possible to share tracking links with trusted people such as airlines in case luggage is lost.

(B.Sc.)