iOS 15.4 is live. Here’s how to get the most out of it

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View this email in your browser  |  Manage newsletter subscriptions By Paul Sarconi | 03.15.22 Apple released the latest version of iOS 15 on Monday, and with it, the feature we've all been waiting for since the pandemic began: the ability to unlock your iPhone while wearing a face mask. But that's not the only notable addition with 15.4. Apple made huge upgrades to FaceTime, introduced tons of emoji (including emoji for gender-neutral people and more diverse handshakes), and even added two Siri voices. If, you know, you're someone who actually likes and uses Siri. Before you can dive in, you have to download the update—and then you have to go into Settings to enable some of those shiny new perks. To help, our gear team broke down everything step-by-step. Check out the top new features of iOS 15.4, plus a few other tips and tricks, below. If you buy something using links in our stories, we may earn a commission. This helps support our journalism. Learn more.     The Top New Features in Apple's iOS 15 You can now download iOS 15.4, which allows you to use Face ID even if you have a face mask on, among other new perks. 7 Ways to Customize iOS 15's Focus Mode for Work and Play This feature can help with more than just being productive. Use it to enjoy the moment in all kinds of activities. How to Read Your iOS 15 App Privacy Report Your iPhone now gives you lots of transparency into what your downloads are up to. Here's what to look out for. How to Use SharePlay to Virtually Connect With Loved Ones You can watch movies, listen to a new album, share your screen, or even work out with others on FaceTime through your Apple devices. How to Use Your Smartphone as a Hot Spot Learn how to use tethering to turn your phone into a Wi-Fi hub for other devices to connect to. GET WIRED A helicopter on Mars. What to expect post-Covid. The next electrifying/terrifying leap in A.I. explained. Get 1 year of unlimited access to WIRED for less than $1 per month. That includes Steven Levy's exclusive newsletter and a free tote! Subscribe now.   Have questions or comments? Reply to this email.   When you buy something using the retail links in this email, we earn a small affiliate commission. Read more about how this works.   This e-mail was sent to you by WIRED. To ensure delivery to your inbox (not bulk or junk folders), please add our e-mail address, wired@newsletters.wired.com, to your address book.   View our Privacy Policy Unsubscribe or manage your newsletter subscriptions