Apple has released the eighth beta of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 to developers today. The company had released the seventh beta of iOS 14.5 to developers last week.

This is the first time that Apple has released eight beta builds of a point release of iOS. The company usually releases so many beta builds for a major new version of iOS.

iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 are shaping up to be the biggest update to iOS 14 since it was first released to the public in September last year. In total, there are over 15+ changes in iOS 14.5, including enhancements to existing features and some new additions. The highlight of the update is the ability to unlock iPhones with Face ID using an Apple Watch. The use of face masks has made using Face ID frustrating, so this is a welcome addition from Apple.

Despite being in beta testing for over a month and close to its final release, Apple continues to add new features to iOS 14.5. The sixth beta added a new battery recalibration tool for iPhones and Siri Voices.

Other changes in iOS 14.5 beta include support for PS5 and Xbox S/X controllers, 200+ new emoji, green tint fix, and more. On iPhone 12 units, the iOS 14.5 update will enable dual-SIM 5G support, meaning you will be able to connect to two 5G networks simultaneously.

Read: All the New Features in iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 Beta

The eighth beta of iOS 14.5 Beta and iPadOS 14.5 can be downloaded on compatible iPhones and iPads that are registered to test the developer beta builds. The updates can be downloaded via the OTA (over the air) method or from the Apple Developer Center.

We would advise you not to install the developer beta builds of iOS 14 or iPadOS 14 on your devices if they’re your primary devices or mission-critical for development or work.

Apple will likely release the final version of iOS 14.5 and iPadOS 14.5 to the public after its “Spring Loaded” event on April 20.