Apple will release iOS 14.4 and watchOS 7.3 later today

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In the Black History Month announcement this morning, Apple confirmed that iOS 14.4 and watchOS 7.3 will be released later today.

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watchOS 7.3 expands the ECG app on Apple Watch Series 4 and later to Japan, Mayotte, Thailand, and the Philippines, while iOS 14.4 introduces a notification on iPhone 12 models with non-genuine cameras. Both software updates also add support for a new “Unity” watch face based on the Pan-African flag and include several bug fixes.

iOS 14.4 Release Candidate Notes:

iOS 14.4 includes the following improvements for your ‌iPhone‌:
– Smaller QR codes can be recognized by Camera
– Option to classify the Bluetooth device type in Settings for proper identification of headphones for audio notification
– Notifications for when the camera on your iPhone cannot be verified as a new original Apple camera in iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max

This release also addresses the following issues:
– Image artifacts may appear in HDR photos taken with ‌iPhone 12 Pro‌
– Fitness widget may not display updated activity data
– Typing may be delayed and word suggestions may not appear on the keyboard
– The keyboard may not be displayed in the correct language in Messages
– Audio stories from the News app in CarPlay may not resume after paused for spoken instructions or Siri
– If you turn on Switch Control in Accessibility, phone calls may not be answered from the lock screen

watchOS 7.3 Release Candidate Notes:

watchOS 7.3 includes new features, improvements and bug fixes, including:
– Unity watch face – inspired by the colors of the Pan-African flag, the shapes change throughout the day as you move, creating a face unique to you
– Time to Walk for Apple Fitness + subscribers: An audio experience in the Workout app where guests share inspiring stories while you walk
– ECG app on Apple Watch Series 4 or later in Japan, Mayotte, Philippines and Thailand
– Irregular heart rhythm notifications in Japan, Mayotte, Philippines, Taiwan and Thailand
– Fixed an issue where Control Center and Notification Center might not respond when Zoom is enabled

iPadOS 14.4 should also be released later today. Apple typically releases software updates around 10:00 AM Pacific Time / 1:00 PM Eastern Time.

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