Apple device users can now download iOS 12.1 public beta which follows the developer preview. Following the iOS 12.1 developer beta, the public version of the software brings the group facetime feature. The group facetime now allows for a 32-way video chat. Also, it packs landscape orientation for Face ID. This feature may be dedicated for the iPad only. Also, the iOS 12.1 brings support for clickable thumbsticks on MFi game controllers. Some users are reporting that their devices are working really smooth and fast post upgrading to iOS 12.1.
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Settings are getting a new tab called Siri shortcuts. Also, the Emergency SOS has a new feature called Countdown Sound. It is a sound which will ring when your SOS is counting down to call for Emergency services. Although users can download iOS 12.1 public beta, it does not comes for the new iPhone XS and XS Max. Maybe it will follow some days later for the flagship duo.
If you want to download iOS 12.1 public beta, then you have to sign up for the Apple Beta Software Program. You have to go the link above and sign-up. However, if you are already a member of the program you can sign-in and download the images. If you are a normal user(non-developer) then remember that this is a beta software release. This means the beta software may have bugs or glitches. It may affect your daily usage of the device. We suggest that you back up your data before installing the beta.
So, go grab the iOS 12.1 public beta software for your respective devices and enjoy the features it has to provide. Do share your first hands-on experience with the iOS 12.1.
