Apple’s #WWDC24 (Worldwide Developers Conference 2024) was packed with exciting announcements. Here are the highlights!

Apple Intelligence:

This new personal intelligence system combines generative models with users’ context to deliver useful and relevant insights. Apple Intelligence is designed to not only improve existing functionalities but also to pave the way for new innovations in areas like augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) with visionOS 2.0. This initiative highlights Apple's commitment to leveraging AI to create more personalized, efficient, and secure user experiences across its product lineup

iOS 18 and iPadOS 18:

• Customization: Significant updates include the ability to create blank spaces and flexible app grids on the home screen.
• AI Features: Enhanced AI integrations in built-in apps like Notes, Mail, Photos, and Fitness.
• RCS Support: Improved cross-platform messaging with Rich Communication Services, enabling better media sharing and real-time typing indicators between iPhone and Android users.
• iPadOS 18: Similar features as iOS 18, tailored for iPads.

macOS Sequoia:

macOS Sequoia: It is a Packed with exciting new features, including iPhone Mirroring, which enhances Continuity by allowing full access to and control of an iPhone directly from macOS. Apple's new personal intelligence system for Mac, iPhone, and iPad combines generative models with personal context for enhanced relevance and utility.

A key feature is iPhone Mirroring: Which extends Continuity functionality. Users can now fully access and interact with their iPhone directly from their Mac. Custom wallpapers and icons appear as they do on the iPhone, allowing users to swipe between pages, launch apps, and use the Mac’s keyboard, trackpad, and mouse for input. Audio is also supported, and users can drag and drop files between devices. Importantly, the iPhone remains locked, ensuring security.

VisionOS 2:

The second version of visionOS will be released this fall, bringing several significant updates. These include an improved virtual display experience, an updated home screen, new hand gestures, and enhanced features for the Photos app.

• User Experience: Refinements to the augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) experiences.
• New Functionalities: Expanded capabilities for AR/VR applications.

WatchOS 11 :

WatchOS 11 brings exciting new features to the Apple Watch, enhancing both health insights and personalization. Here’s what you can expect

• Personalized Workout Summary: No more information overload! Customize your workout summary tab to focus on what matters most to you, such as your weekly running distance.
• AI-Powered Watch Faces: Express your style effortlessly. Apple’s AI identifies stunning photos from your collection to use as your watch face background.
• Vitals App (on compatible models): Take control of your health. Track key metrics like heart rate, respiratory rate, and risk temperature.
• Gain insights into how these vitals respond to factors like alcohol, illness, or changes in altitude.
• Training Mode: Train smarter! Analyze workout intensity and duration to understand your body’s response.

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