The public betas of iOS and iPad OS 14.5 are not available, allowing users to automatically unlock their iPhone while wearing a face mask. The system, as 9to5Mac demonstrate, just need to be activated in the settings menu, and then you can use an open Apple Watch on your wrist as a key. This way, you avoid the annoyance of manually entering your passcode when you try not to give anyone COVID-19.
Other features that are new to the update include support for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X controllers for iOS games, as well as AirPlay 2 support for Fitness + classes. You also get a new Type to Siri interface that is now on your current screen, rather than dragging you away to Siri’s void. Of course, you also get a bunch of quality-of-life updates, such as Reminders sorting, a custom Podcast app, and more. It will eventually move to users as well if Apple deems it appropriate.