08/06/2021
Update on Apple's WWDC 21 Event!
The Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference event which was done yesterday; June 17, hosted a lot of new stuff coming to its various devices.
The new IOS 15 was showcased with new features and updates to the IOS and it was focused on: staying connected, finding focus, using intelligence and exploring the world.
FaceTime had some updates like Spatial Audio, Voice Isolation, Potrait Mode, FaceTime links, SharePlay.
IOS 15 brought "Focus mode" feature in which you be able to shift your phone into different, customizable modes — like “work,” where only your work-related apps will show up, or “personal” which could tuck all those work apps and widgets to the background. Vacation mode, activate!
Also "Live text", in which you can recognise text from photos and make it selectable, searchable, copy/pastable, etc.
They were also updates in Apple Wallet, Apple Maps, Airpod Updates.
IPadOs also had updates
iPadOS will get home screen widgets. They’re pretty similar to the ones you’ve seen on iOS, with the addition of a much bigger widget option because, well, bigger screen.
The “App Library” concept is making its way from iOS to iPadOS, as well.
A new multitasking menu will (hopefully) simplify the way you handle multitasking on iPadOS, moving the system away from the easily forgotten gestures currently required.
The Notes app will now let you @ mention someone in a shared note to get their attention on a change, and highlight changes when you come back to a shared doc. “Quick Notes,” meanwhile, will let you create a note from anywhere by swiping up from the bottom right corner of the screen.
Translate: iPadOS will get a system-wide text translation option, along with an app for translating in-person conversations in real time.
Swift Playgrounds will now let you build apps on the iPad and submit them to the App Store.
WatchOs also had some updates; watchOS will now be able to help track your respiratory rate (how many breaths you take per minute), and note how you might breathe differently throughout the day (like when you’re sleeping). They’re also adding new workout modes to the activity tracking engine, including Tai Chi and Pilates.
A new “Portraits” watchface will use your portrait-mode photos to create a neat, layered-looking clock layout.
Text input is getting a subtle overhaul on watchOS, with the “Scribble” handwriting recognition being incorporated right into the text view. You use the crown to place the text cursor, then draw the letters/symbols you want right on top of your text.
MacOs had new updates; the next major release of macOS will be called macOS Monterey.
All of the aforementioned SharePlay stuff — which allows you to watch video and listen to music in sync with friends over FaceTime — is coming to macOS.
“Universal control” will let you use one keyboard/mouse setup to control multiple macs and iPads, automatically recognizing when a new compatible device is placed nearby. Put an iPad next to your MacBook, and bam — it automatically extends, turning the two devices into one big canvas.
Macs are getting AirPlay, allowing you to send AirPlay content to your Mac’s display like you might an AppleTV.
The “Shortcuts” automation system from iOS is coming to macOS, allowing you to quickly drag-and-drop together scripts to do the things you find yourself doing often. (If you’re already using macOS’ automator system, it’ll still be supported for now.)
Safari is getting a UI overhaul; tabs are being made smaller, and they’re introducing a “tab groups” system to keep things organized. Tab groups will automatically sync between iCloud devices.
And all these updates will be will rolled into public beta in July, with a full release “this fall.”
||VT Lyte
