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At WWDC 2021, Apple announced the upcoming release of iOS 15, iPadOS 15, and macOS Monterey, which will bring a number of new features and improvements to the company’s operating systems. Some of the most exciting new features include:
- iOS 15:
- FaceTime enhancements: iOS 15 includes new features for FaceTime, such as the ability to share your screen during a call, use portrait mode for a more professional look, and use spatial audio to make calls sound more natural.
- Focus mode: iOS 15 includes a new Focus mode that allows users to block notifications and distractions from apps that are not relevant to their current task.
- Live Text: allows users to select text from a photo, making it easier to copy phone numbers and email addresses from images.
- Wallet: iOS 15 introduces a new feature that allows users to unlock their car or house with their iPhone or Apple Watch.
- Notification Summary: This feature allows users to view all of their notifications in one place, grouped by relevance.
- Weather: iOS 15 includes new animations and new information on weather conditions, including precipitation, temperature, and wind.
- iPadOS 15:
- Improved multitasking: iPadOS 15 includes new multitasking features, such as the ability to create multiple desktops and the ability to use multiple apps in split-view.
- Improved Apple Pencil: iPadOS 15 includes new features for the Apple Pencil, such as the ability to write with your finger and the ability to mark up and sign documents with the Apple Pencil.
- Translate: iPadOS 15 includes a new Translate app that allows users to translate text and speech in real-time.
- Universal Control: allows users to use a single keyboard and mouse across multiple devices.
- Shortcuts: iPadOS 15 includes new automation features and the ability to create custom shortcuts.
- macOS Monterey:
- Focus mode: macOS Monterey includes a new Focus mode that allows users to block notifications and distractions from apps that are not relevant to their current task.
- Shortcuts: macOS Monterey includes new automation features and the ability to create custom shortcuts.
- AirPlay to Mac: allows users to wirelessly stream content from their iPhone or iPad to their Mac.
- Universal Control: allows users to use a single keyboard and mouse across multiple devices.
- Improved privacy features: macOS Monterey includes new privacy features, such as the ability to limit the tracking of apps and websites.
All these features are expected to be available for users in the fall of 2021. These new updates are expected to improve the user experience, increase productivity, and provide more control over the device.
