It’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2024 keynote time! Did you miss the conference? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Apple has teased a lot of exciting updates for later this year, including major changes to iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and watchOS 11.
Here’s a quick rundown of the most anticipated announcements.
iOS 18, macOS Sequoia, and watchOS 11 Updates
Apple is bringing a suite of new features and improvements to its operating systems.
Here’s what to expect:
- RCS Support: Finally, a more unified messaging experience.
- New Passwords App: Simplify your password management.
- Revamped Calculator App: More than just basic calculations.
- AI Infusions with “Apple Intelligence”: Enhancing your devices with smarter, more context-aware functionalities.
ChatGPT Integration in Siri
Apple is bringing ChatGPT, OpenAI’s AI-powered chatbot, to Siri and other first-party apps across iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia. This integration will be free and won’t require a ChatGPT or OpenAI account. Siri will be able to tap into ChatGPT for expert advice. For example, if you need meal ideas, Siri can ask ChatGPT for recipes based on the ingredients you have.
Apple Intelligence
This new generative AI system will appear in iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia, offering practical tools for everyday use. Here are some of its capabilities:
- Context-Driven Notifications: Recognize and prioritize important notifications.
- Writing Improvements: Systemwide proofreading and style enhancements.
- Image Generation: Create generative photos in Sketch, Illustration, and Animation styles.
- Cross-Application Tasking: Execute tasks across different apps seamlessly.
- Focus on Personal Context: Manage your schedule and commitments intelligently.
- Private Cloud Compute: Ensure user data privacy and security with cloud-based models.
iOS 18 Highlights
Here’s what’s new in iOS 18:
- Customizable Home Screen: Arrange apps creatively, change colors, and adjust darkness.
- New Control Center: Group controls for easier access and integrate third-party app controls.
- Privacy Updates: Lock apps and control contact accessibility.
- Enhanced Messaging: Add new effects, react with emojis, and send messages via satellite.
- Mail App Filters: Categorize emails efficiently.
- Tap to Cash: Quickly and privately pay others by holding phones together.
- Event Tickets: Get venue maps and find your seat easily.
- Gaming Enhancements: Minimize background activity and improve wireless controller support.
Supported Devices: iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone XR, iPhone SE (2nd generation or later)
Apple TV+ InSight Feature
Apple TV+ introduces InSight, a feature that allows viewers to learn actor names and song titles as they appear on the screen. Similar to Amazon’s X-Ray technology, InSight also offers Shazam-like functionality, letting users add songs to their Apple Music playlist.
Calculator for iPad
The iPad finally gets a Calculator app with Math Notes, a feature that does the math for you. Draw a formula with the Apple Pencil, and the on-board AI will do the difficult job of actually solving the problem. This feature is set to be a hit in academic settings.