Apple has released the third beta version of iOS 4.3 to its paid developers. Listed as build number 8F5166b, it is unclear what has changed in the new version from prior betas, which included the new Personal Hotspot Wi-Fi sharing feature and enhanced AirPlay support for Safari and third-party apps, The third beta in just under four weeks, this latest iOS 4.3 release sports the same key features introduced in the first beta: AirPlay support for third-party apps, a new much-requested preference to toggle the behavior of the iPad's hardware switch, and full-screen iAd banners on the iPad. In addition, the release is once again accompanied by a new preview build of Apple TV Software 4.3. Separate versions of iOS 4.3 beta 2 for the iPad, iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, third-, and fourth-generation iPod touch are available as downloads for paid iOS developers from Apple’s iOS Dev Center.
This update also reportedly brings the mobile hotspot feature that Verizon introduced for its version of the iPhone. Verizon will begin offering its first iPhone pre-orders to existing customers at 3 a.m. Eastern on February 3.
There is no mention in this update, however, of support for the subscription features that News Corp's upcoming publication, The Daily, is rumored to incorporate. The publisher has confirmed that after an initial two-week free trial period, its app will require a subscription fee of $1 per week.
We'll keep an eye out for any major changes in this third installment of the iOS 4.3 beta. For now, developers can download the new version and accompanying software in Apple's Developer Center.
This update also reportedly brings the mobile hotspot feature that Verizon introduced for its version of the iPhone. Verizon will begin offering its first iPhone pre-orders to existing customers at 3 a.m. Eastern on February 3.
There is no mention in this update, however, of support for the subscription features that News Corp's upcoming publication, The Daily, is rumored to incorporate. The publisher has confirmed that after an initial two-week free trial period, its app will require a subscription fee of $1 per week.
We'll keep an eye out for any major changes in this third installment of the iOS 4.3 beta. For now, developers can download the new version and accompanying software in Apple's Developer Center.
