Apple debuted watchOS 5 at WWDC 2018, with the Apple Watch operating system set to sport new fitness features, Siri capabilities, communication options and more.
Source:: Apple Insider
Monthly Archives: June 2018
macOS Mojave brings Dark Mode, enhanced privacy, HomeKit, and more to the Mac
Apple has announced the next version of macOS at WWDC, with macOS 10.14 Mojave including a new dark mode, HomeKit, improvements to the Finder, and the ability to use a connected iPhone as a camera for the computer.
Source:: Apple Insider
Apple TV gets Dolby Atmos support, ‘zero sign-on’ for cable with tvOS 12
Apple at WWDC 2018 teased a series of planned upgrades to tvOS, the Apple TV operating system, including long-awaited support for Dolby Atmos surround sound.
Source:: Apple Insider
Apple’s iOS 12 introduces personalized ‘Memoji’ and camera effects
Apple with iOS 12 will for the first time offer users the option to create personalized Animoji characters called Memoji, a feature that is set to arrive alongside new camera effects built into the Messages app.
Source:: Apple Insider
Apple debuts slick new Group FaceTime feature supporting up to 32 participants
FaceTime is receiving its first major update in years — on both iOS devices and Macs — with long overdue support for group video calls and even fun effects.
Source:: Apple Insider
App Limits in iOS 12 lets users manage device time & parents set allowances
In introducing iOS 12 on Monday, Apple revealed a collection of tools designed to better temper how people use their devices, including App Limits, notification changes, and upgrades to Do Not Disturb.
Source:: Apple Insider
Siri shortcuts in iOS 12 deliver a macro system to help automate your tasks
Siri is getting quite the upgrade in iOS 12 thanks to new capabilities called shortcuts. These customizable macros let you link together multiple tasks, allowing Siri to run a series of actions without ever having to open an app.
Source:: Apple Insider
Apple has paid out $100 billion to developers since the App Store’s inception
The App Store will be hitting a new milestone later this week, Apple CEO Tim Cook revealed at WWDC, with payments to developers expected to pass the $100 billion barrier within the next few days.
Source:: Apple Insider
iOS 12 ‘doubles down’ on performance for iPhone and iPad
Apple has debuted iOS 12, bringing better performance to older devices, augmented reality, and more to iPhones and iPads later in the year.
Source:: Apple Insider
Apple’s WWDC 2018 pass pairs NFC with Face ID & Touch ID for access
Instead of relying on QR or barcodes at WWDC 2018 this year, Apple is using NFC with Face ID or Touch ID authentication of the pass in the user’s Wallet.
Source:: Apple Insider