Apple's release of iOS/iPadOS 16.4 beta 1 brings significant updates to WebKit/Safari, including enhancements for Web Components, new Web APIs like the Wake Lock API, and the introduction of Web Push for iOS/iPadOS. The Web Push API, based on the W3C standard, allows notifications to be handled similarly to native apps, although it requires apps to be added to the user's home screen, potentially creating usability challenges. Advances in Web Components are marked by the introduction of Declarative Shadow DOM and Form-Associated Custom Elements, which address previous limitations regarding JavaScript dependency and form integration. These changes are seen as positive developments by the Ionic team, as they reduce the need for Safari-specific code and improve the performance and user experience of Progressive Web Apps, aligning them more closely with their native counterparts. Overall, these updates signify Apple's efforts to keep Safari competitive with other major web browsers.