Just a couple of days after releasing the stable version of the iOS 15 for iPhones, Apple has now started rolling out iOS 15.1 Beta. The update is currently available for developers to download as an over-the-air update in the Settings app.
It adds more features to the Health app which added support for storing health-related data for COVID-19 immunizations and test results. With the latest iOS 15.1 Beta, you can now add your vaccination cards to the Apple Wallet application.
For this new feature, Apple is using the SMART Health Cards specification. So, if your healthcare provider or state is using the SMART Health Cards platform, you can share verifiable health records stored in the Health app with approved third-party apps requesting this information, including airlines, event venues, and other businesses.
Currently, states like California, Louisiana, New York, Virginia, Hawaii, and some Maryland counties support Smart Health Cards. It is also available for those who were vaccinated through Walmart, Sam’s Club, and CVS Health.
Do note that the availability of the feature in the beta version doesn’t guarantee it for the stable build. Apple had added SharePlay to iOS 15 beta but the feature was later removed. It has now made a comeback in iOS 15.1, iPadOS 15.1, and tvOS 15.1 betas. It is designed to let users call up their friends and family and then watch TV, watch movies, and listen to music together with shared playlists and TV show syncing for all users.
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