How to download and install iOS 16.2 update

Apple has rolled out the second major iOS 16 update for the iPhone users. The company released iOS 16 in September this year with the launch of iPhone 14 series of smartphones.
Then after a month the company rolled out the iOS 16.1 update and now the iOS 16.2 update is here.
The new iOS 16.2 update brings various new features to iPhones. The update includes the FreeForm app, Apple Music karaoke feature named Sing, advanced data protection for iCloud, improved lock screen functionality and more. Before downloading the new update make sure that you backup your data and also your iPhone should have more than 50% battery. Also, you need to have a working WiFi connection to download the iOS 16.2 update.
It is an OTA update and you will receive a push notification to install the same. However, you can also manually check for the update by following some simple steps.
How to download and install iOS 16.2 update
Step 1: On your iPhone go to Settings
Step 2: Now go to General
Step 3: After this tap on Software Update
Step 4: Now you just have to wait for a few seconds and the update will show up.
Step 5: Finally tap on the Download and Install option
Here’s what is new in the iOS 16.2 update
Freeform
– Freeform is a new app for working creatively with friends or colleagues on Mac, iPad and iPhone
– A flexible canvas lets you add files, images, stickies, and more
– Drawing tools let you sketch anywhere on the canvas with your finger
Apple Music Sing
– A new way to sing along with millions of your favorite songs in Apple Music
– Fully adjustable vocals let you duet with the original artist, sing solo, or mix it up
– Newly enhanced beat-by-beat lyrics make it even easier to follow along with the music

Advanced Data Protection for iCloud
– New option expands the total number of iCloud data categories protected using end-to-end encryption to 23 — including iCloud Backup, Notes, and Photos — protecting your information even in the case of a data breach in the cloud
Lock Screen
– New settings allow you to hide wallpaper or notifications when Always-On display is enabled on iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max
– Sleep widget lets you view your most recent sleep data
– Medications widget lets you view reminders and quickly access your schedule
Game Center
– SharePlay support in Game Center for multiplayer games so you can play with the people you are on a FaceTime call with
– Activity Widget allows you to see what your friends are playing and achieving in games right from your Home Screen

Apple TV
– Live Activities for Apple TV app let you follow your favorite teams with live scores right on your Lock Screen or in Dynamic Island on iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max
Home
– Improved reliability and efficiency of communication between your smart home accessories and Apple devices
This update also includes the following improvements and bug fixes:
– Improved search in Messages allows you to find photos based on their content, like a dog, car, person, or text
– Turn Off Hide IP Address setting enables iCloud Private Relay users to temporarily disable the service for a specific site in Safari
– News articles in Weather display information relevant to the weather in that location
– Participant Cursors in Notes allow you to see live indicators as others make updates in a shared note
– AirDrop now automatically reverts to Contacts Only after 10 minutes to prevent unwanted requests to receive content
– Crash Detection optimizations on iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro models
– Fixes an issue that causes some notes not to sync with iCloud after updates are made.

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