Apple has begun rolling out its first beta versions of iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 to developers. The new releases bring several big changes, including push notifications for web apps, an updated Apple Podcasts app, the new Apple HomeKit architecture, and more.
Web Apps will now support push notifications which are configurable as soon as you add a page to your home screen via the Web Push API. Until now, you could only add web apps through your native Safari browser, but starting with iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4, you’ll be able to add web apps from third-party browsers complete with notification support.
Example of web app notification
Apple’s Podcasts app gets a new Channels tab in the library for all your subscriptions. The CarPlay app offers a new navigation section that helps you pick up podcasts on the go. Apple Podcasts also gains an Up Next queue showing unfinished episodes.
HomeKit in iOS 16.4 and iPadOS 16.4 gets a new system architecture that makes HomeKit accessories more reliable and improves their communication with Apple devices. The Home app now supports automatic and manual software updates for Matter accessories.
Apple is also adding a total of 31 new emoji in iOS 16.4/iPadOS 16.4. Another nice addition is the option to activate developer betas directly from the software update menu without installing a developer profile from the Developer Center.
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