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Today Apple will release final version, which anyone can install. iPhone, iPad and iPod touch We've heard that the update is focused on increasing speed. iOS 12 truly improves the performance of all Apple mobile devices. But are there new features in iOS 12 that are truly useful? We talked about five such best features in this article.
The “best” feature is highly subjective. Some users will be incredibly excited about the advanced capabilities of augmented reality. Others will enjoy the " Quick Shortcuts Siri”, which is capable of expanding the range of iOS functions tens of times through personal voice commands. For still others, give them only memoji, with the help of which they can create animated characters similar to themselves.
But in this article, we have collected five new features of iOS 12 that will provide real benefit most users every day.
Grouping notifications
Back in iOS 10, Apple developers made an extremely controversial decision. For no reason at all, they removed the ability to group notifications by application in the Notification Center. As a result, the flow of incoming notifications turned into complete chaos. This state of affairs was especially unnerving for those users who receive dozens and hundreds of different notifications every day.
In iOS 12 Apple company returned the grouping of notifications by application. Alerts are now organized into compact, easy-to-view tabs that are easy to navigate. Moreover, Apple has used a special “smart” mechanism that moves groups of the most important alerts higher for greater convenience.
Battery Usage Details
After the scandal with the intentional slowing down iPhone with old batteries Apple started Pay more attention to users' ability to monitor the battery health of their devices. As a result, iOS 12 has a very useful feature that allows you to view detailed statistics battery consumption.
What is the main benefit of this feature? By studying the battery consumption graph and which applications are the biggest drain on the battery, any user can increase the operating time of their iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. Statistics will allow you to track pest applications, the removal or replacement of which will significantly increase autonomy.
Function of auto-filling codes from SMS
And one more function, the benefits of which will be permanent. With iOS 12, iPhone users will no longer have to manually enter verification codes for various web services. For example, you go to your mobile bank to transfer money. To gain access to your account, the bank sends you text message with verification code.
iOS 12 will allow you to paste this code into the input field with one tap. The code will simply appear above the keyboard. You no longer have to remember codes and enter them manually.
3D Touch features on devices without 3D Touch
In Russia, a huge number of people use iPhone 5s, iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus and iPhone SE. The 4-inch iPhone SE was the best-selling smartphone in the country for almost a whole year. For all users of these models who do not have 3D Touch, iOS 12 will introduce several new features that were previously available exclusively on smartphones with 3D Touch.
So, pressing on standard keyboard will put it into a useful mode of moving through the text. And pressing the cross in the Notification Center will allow you to quickly delete all notifications. When you install iOS 12, try pressing on other interface elements. It is possible that you will find several previously unavailable functions.
Notifications 2.0
Benefits of the latest new iOS features 12 from this selection is perhaps the largest. With the launch of iOS 12, Apple will allow developers to send rich notifications to users. Such notifications will include additional buttons for various actions. For example, in a message notification from the messenger, buttons may appear that are responsible for skipping a message, quickly replying, sending a photo to a contact, etc.
There could be a great variety of new notification capabilities like this. It all depends on the imagination of the developers. Therefore, after switching to iOS 12, update frequently installed applications. In the coming updates, they will definitely have expanded and useful notifications.
What innovations of iOS 12 do you consider the best and most useful? Share your choice in the comments and
Apple has finally given us the features we've been waiting for for almost a decade. Combined notifications? Eat. More do not disturb options? Certainly. FaceTime conferences? Yes, but a little later. Additionally, iOS 12 will significantly improve the performance of devices. The update contains a huge number of little things that make it very convenient.
1. Improved performance old devices
Apple has been working hard to bring new iOS 12 features to all smartphones that support iOS 11, including the iPhone 5s! This time the company has truly improved the performance of the devices. On iPhone 6, apps launch 40% faster, the keyboard opens 50% faster, and the camera is 70% faster.
2. “For You” tab in Photos
The New Tab is a cozy place for your memories, shared albums, and Siri recommendations. Here you will also find recommended effects, other people's photos of themselves, etc.
Now, when you enter the first letters in the search, the Photos app will immediately offer you options for categories, events, people, places and dates.
5. Search by places and events
You can find photos by the location where they were taken. Will work and general definitions. A search by events has also appeared. Moreover, the search now supports multiple keywords.
6. Support formatRAW
You can now import and manage photos in RAW format right on your iPhone or iPad. If you have an iPad Pro, you can even edit them.
7. Improved import in Camera
Importing in the Camera has become faster, and a new large preview mode is supported.
8. New types of media files in Photos
Want to find a separate album with screenshots or portrait photos? Now on the Albums tab there is a whole new section with different types media files.
9. Share photographs throughiCloud
iCloud users can now generate links to multiple photos or an entire album and then share them through Messages.
10. Improved portrait light
Portrait lighting has gotten better in iOS 12. The Camera app now applies a mask to a person's face, which recognizes and then separates the person from the background. Previously, the mode did not cope well with the edges of faces, but now everything has become better.
11. BacklightQR-codes
When the Camera app recognizes the QR code, it will light up and make it easier to scan.
12. Segmentation portraits
New APIs for third-party developers allow you to separate photos into layers. For example, the background can be separated from the foreground.
13. NewAnimoji
Four new Animoji characters have been added: ghost, koala, tiger and dinosaur.
14. Language recognition inAnimoji
Now you can stick out your tongue and the Animoji character will repeat after you. Blink recognition has also appeared.
15.Memoji
You can create your own Animoji characters. If you've ever used Bitmoji, you know what we're talking about. You can create an animated version of yourself by choosing your skin tone, eye and hair color, etc.
16. Camera effects
When you open Camera from Messages, you'll see an effects icon in the bottom left corner of the screen. With it, you can add filters, stickers, Animoji or Memoji to your photos. This is very convenient way send funny photos and videos, especially if you use Memoji.
17. More long video WithAnimoji
You can now record Animoji videos up to 30 seconds long, up from 10 before.
18. IntegrationFaceTimeV Messages
Now you can start group call via FaceTime from Messages. Users will be able to join via a link in the message.
19. Screen time
The Screen Time feature provides detailed reports about how you use your device. You will find out which applications you use most often, how often you pick up your smartphone, etc. Data is synced across all your devices. In addition, you will automatically receive weekly reports.
20. Program limits and At rest
When you find out how much time you spend on different applications, you will be able to set restrictions on their use. When the time is up, you will receive a notification and will not be able to continue using the application. You can ignore the notification to get additional time.
At rest - incredible convenient function. Once you set a schedule for it, it will automatically protect you from almost all applications on your smartphone. They will only work important applications, like a telephone. This great way get rid of the habit of using your smartphone for a long time before going to bed.
21. Parental controls + Program limits
Program limits are integrated with parental control, so parents can set restrictions on their child’s device through their device. You can set the total available time and the time for individual application categories. In addition, you can set a limit on adult content.
22. Do not disturb at night
When Do Not Disturb is active at night, the screen will not turn on with every notification. If you tap the screen, a darkened lock screen will appear. In the morning, notifications will be hidden until you pick up the device.
23. Do Not Disturb icon in Control Center
You can now tap the Do Not Disturb icon in Control Center to turn it on for a specific time. For example, you can turn it on only for an hour or for the duration of a meeting that is saved in the Calendar.
24. Shutdown regime Not bother
In iOS 12, Do Not Disturb mode can be turned off automatically based on a set time, location, or calendar events.
25. Combined notifications
Apple has finally updated the notification system: now they are grouped not only by application, but also by correspondence and context. To view all messages in a group, you just need to tap it.
26. Setting up notifications
Now you can manage notifications for specific apps directly from the lock screen. You can turn off notifications from a specific application, hide them from the lock screen, etc. You don’t even need to go to Settings for all this. If you haven't used an app in a while, Siri will prompt you to turn off its notifications.
27. Deliver without sound
The new Deliver Silent feature displays notifications immediately in Notification Center and also makes them silent. You can activate it for any app by swiping left on a notification from it and selecting “Manage.”
28. TeamsSiri
Siri commands are one of the most interesting features iOS 12. It allows you to perform chains of actions using a single voice command.
Siri recommendations are now distributed throughout the system. When Siri remembers your habits, the personal assistant will recommend things to you according to your needs. right time. Recommendations will appear on the lock screen and in search.
30. New Teams appSiri
Apple has integrated the Workflow app into iOS, and it's now called Teams. The interface remains almost the same as before. You can create commands that can perform multiple actions. You can come up with a command, then activate it, and Siri will do whatever you need.
31. Section « Teams» V settingsSiri
In section Siri settings and Search, a separate section has appeared for Commands, where you can create commands for actions. This way you can write a message to someone, open a specific site in Safari, etc. The best thing is that you can save your phrase, which Siri will recognize and understand.
32. Add VSiri
Siri can execute commands in third-party apps thanks to the new SiriKit API. Using the "Add to Siri" button, you will be able to use some features of third-party applications through Siri. In addition, actions can be activated through any devices, including HomePod.
33. Improved translation
Siri Translator now supports more than 40 languages. Previously, only a few were available.
34. New knowledgeSiri
Siri has become better at understanding many things. Now your personal assistant can answer questions about anything, including motorsports. You can find photo memories and passwords through Siri. You can also find out statistics and results of sports matches and fights.
35. Fact checking
You can check facts about celebrities, such as their birthplace. You can also ask questions about food, including calories.
36. More natural voice
37. New voiceSiri when translating text into speech
38. New phraseSiri
Siri now understands the following phrases: “where is my phone”, “where is my watch”, “turn on the flashlight” and “turn off the flashlight”.
39. 2.0
The new version of the ARKit platform better recognizes three-dimensional objects, better tracks faces, displays reflections, etc.
40. MultiplayerAR
Now one augmented reality can be viewed by several users at once different devices. You will be able to play augmented reality games in multiplayer mode.
41. New format supplemented reality
Apple has made it easier to create three-dimensional objects in augmented reality. The company has created a new USDZ format that makes objects easy to view in augmented reality. The format is easy to share via Mail, Messages and even through a browser.
42. Saving
Now developers will be able to add saving and reloading to games with augmented reality.
43. Object Detection
New tools have been added to detect and track moving objects.
44. AR Quick Look
AR Quick Look brings augmented reality to the entire iOS system, allowing you to view virtual objects in the News, Safar and Files applications, as well as share them through Messages.
45. New Roulette application
In the new Roulette app, you can measure the size of objects using augmented reality in the camera. You just need to point the camera at an object, and the smartphone itself will detect its edges and measure the distance.
You can also save, edit and share screenshots of measurements.
46. ConferencesFaceTime
The FaceTime platform has finally been updated. She got new design and support for conferences in which up to 32 users can participate simultaneously. This feature will be available later this fall.
47. Apple Cards
The Maps app has been updated in iOS 12. It now displays trees, pools, buildings, sidewalks and other elements more accurately. Display has been improved traffic, real-time traffic conditions, road works, etc. Maps updates apply to Northern California only. They will be released for other US states in the future.
48. Improved Do Not Track
iOS now prevents sites from tracking your activities without your consent. Safari also prevents advertisers from collecting data about your device.
49. Ad blocking
Apple continues to protect users from targeted advertising. iOS 12 prevents websites from learning unique information about your device.
50. Improved password management
iOS will offer stronger and more unique passwords and will not allow duplicate passwords.
51. Old passwords
Old passwords are now stored in Settings.
52. Share passwords easily
Now you can easily share passwords with nearby devices. Can be shared between iOS and Mac devices, as well as iOS and Apple TV. Passwords are transferred securely via AirDrop. The information appears in iCloud Keychain on the recipient's device.
53. Autofill passwords
Developers of third-party applications can add password autofill to them, which will work without various extensions and switching between applications.
54. Autofill codes
This feature will be especially useful for users with two-factor authentication. iOS now automatically enters one-time passwords and codes received via SMS. You don't even have to copy or memorize anything.
55. Siri and passwords
Siri supports password management.
56. ApplicationApple Books
The iBooks application has been renamed and its design has also been changed. Now the main section is the section with the books you are currently reading. The design of the book and audiobook store has also been changed. He became like.
57. “Reading now”
The Now Reading section makes it easy to refer back to the book you're reading, as well as find great recommendations.
58. “I want to read”
59. Bookstore
The store makes it easy to find interesting new books and view the most popular books, as well as recommendations just for you.
60. Audiobook store
The new audiobook store makes it easy to find captivating stories from your favorite authors. You can also find audiobooks narrated by your favorite actors and celebrities.
61. Search songs by text
Now in the Music application you can find songs by their lyrics.
62. New page With performers
The artist page is now easier to view. You can open all songs of one artist.
63. ButtonPlayFor performers
Now on the artist page there is a Play button, clicking on which will play a random song from that artist.
64. Songs of friends
You can listen to a playlist with songs from your friends, which will be updated periodically.
65. Top 100 songs
A playlist with the top 100 songs of the day in your country and around the world is available.
66. AppendixAppleNews
View news in special application it became easier and more convenient.
67. New lateral menu oniPad
There's a new feature in the News app on iPad side menu for navigation.
68. Promotions Application
The Stocks app has been redesigned to include more market information. Also added interactive charts. You can view the latest business news directly from Promotions.
69. Promotions oniPad
The Promotions app has been added to the iPad. It also has a side menu with the most important information.
70. Voice recorder
The design of the Voice Recorder application, which is also available on iPad, has also been updated. The interface for editing audio recordings has also been changed.
71. Automatic deletion of entries
Now deleted entries in Voice Recorder do not disappear immediately, but are sent to the Recently Deleted folder, as in Photos. Entries can be deleted after 7 days, 30 days or instantly.
72. SynchronizationiCloud
iCloud syncs your audio recordings across all iOS devices.
73. New Voice Recorder settings
New options have appeared in the Voice Recorder section of Settings. You can choose the audio compression quality, change default titles, etc.
74. Improved supportiPad
The Voice Recorder app is now available on iPad in both portrait and landscape modes.
75. Chapters in Podcasts
You can browse chapters of the podcasts you listen to. By clicking on a chapter, you can go directly to it.
76. Rewind setting
Now in Podcasts you can select the rewind interval from 10 to 60 seconds.
77. Headphone support
Podcasts support rewinding via headphones or in the car.
78. “Listening Now”
You can manage notifications about new episodes in the “Listening Now” section.
79. Auto update
In the Software Update section there is a new Auto Update option, which is disabled by default.
80. Special Alerts
Appeared new type alerts with important information, like reports from your doctors. They will come even with Do Not Disturb mode.
81. Easily close applications oniPhone X
In iOS 11, closing applications was long and inconvenient, but now the process has been simplified. Simply open the app switcher and swipe up on the app.
82. TabsSafarioniPhone X
Safari now displays tabs in landscape mode just like they do on a computer.
83. GesturesiPhone XoniPad
If you swipe iPad screen down from the top right corner, Control Center will open. If you swipe across the dock, it will open home screen. The gestures are slightly different from the iPhone X, but will still seem familiar. To switch between recent apps, simply swipe left and right across the bottom of the screen.
84. Scan iconQR-codes
Appeared in Control Center new icon, which opens the Camera and scans the QR code.
85. Website icons inSafari
Now in Safari settings you can enable the display of website icons on tabs.
86. Battery Statistics
The Battery section in Settings now displays graphs with statistics. In the graph, you can view the charge level and energy use over time. You can view data for the last 10 days. In addition, you can interact with the charts. Click on an element to view detailed information for a given period of time.
87. Support two personsFace ID
In iOS 12, Apple added the ability to register a second person. This feature is intended for cases when Face ID does not recognize you with glasses or a beard. However, the function can also be used to add a completely different face.
88. Swipe up to try againFace ID
In iOS 12, you don't have to wait for a Face ID authentication attempt to retry after a failed one, just swipe up on the screen.
89. New widget with music
The music widget on the lock screen and in the Notification Center is now dark.
90. New Trophies in the Activity app
The achievements section of the Activity app has been completely updated.
91. More flowers V instrumentsMarkup
Markup tools for editing screenshots and images no longer support 6 colors, but a large set of different colors.
92. Virtual trackpad for everyoneiPhone AndiPad
In iOS 12, the 3D Touch virtual trackpad appeared on all models, even without support for the technology. Simply hold down Spacebar to turn your keyboard into a trackpad.
93. Hidden weather widget
If you use Do Not Disturb mode at night, you can access a new weather widget that will appear in the morning.
94. New dictionary
New available options in English have appeared in the dictionaries.
95. App notificationsTV
Receive notifications about new movies and TV series in the TV app.
96. Ability to share
Now you can share your favorite movies, TV shows and sporting events using universal links.
97. Air quality index
The Weather app now displays the Air Quality Index, but not for all cities.
98. Limitations connections throughUSB
iOS 12 includes a new security feature that requires a password to grant access when connected via USB if the device has been inactive for more than an hour.
99. AirPods Live Listen
iOS 12 has new feature universal access with great potential. It creates an audio bridge between your iPhone's microphone and your AirPods. The feature should help users with poor hearing, but it can be used for other purposes.
100. Easy access
If you use this feature, you can now swipe up to exit Easy Access mode.
101. New dictionaries
iOS 12 introduces three new dictionaries.
102. Third party applicationsCarPlay
Now you can use CarPlay third party applications with navigation like: Google Maps, Waze, etc.
Apple's proprietary operating system, iOS 11, is full of new features. But the company did not talk about all of them at the presentation. Galagram presents the top most interesting hidden functions and features in iOS 11 and talks about all the secrets of the firmware. We are sure that you will discover a lot of new, useful and interesting things, let's go!
Dark theme iOS 11 - how to enable
First secret: iOS 11 has dark theme or dark mode. To enable this feature, go to Settings > General > Access > Show numbers > and enable Intelligent Inversion. This will allow you to use the system dark mode, but the problem is that some applications do not have support for this mode for normal use.
Yes, and applications that already have night mode, don't look very nice if you turn on Invert Colors. In many games, colors deteriorate and greatly distort the picture. But there are other applications from Apple in which dark mode works fine and even helps you use your smartphone comfortably in the dark. Among them: mail Mail, Safari browser and Apple Music player.
How to switch AirDrop through settings
AirDrop can now be enabled or disabled directly in Settings. Go to Settings > General > AirDrop and turn it on or off. Previously, this was only possible through the Control Center (lower curtain).
How to Create a PDF File in Safari
How to turn off iPhone through Settings
If your iPhone or iPad is damaged and the power key is not working, try this method to turn off your smartphone through the Settings app. To do this, go to Settings > General and scroll down the page. Here you'll see a Shutdown button that allows you to shut down your iOS 11 device. If your power button is broken, this is probably the only way to shut down your phone or tablet.
How to enable experimental Safari features
For the first time, Apple is giving you access to some experimental Safari features on iOS. To activate, go to Settings > Safari > Advanced > Experimental Features. Here you can enable many features such as Link Preload that can speed up your browsing experience. However, most people won't understand what these functions do, so it's best not to include anything you don't understand.
How to block ads in Safari
WITH iOS release Safari launched a new feature called Prevent Ad Tracking that prevents advertisers from tracking you across the web. It removes certain cookies, to prevent this, and naturally, advertising companies (like Google) are not happy about this feature. But your user experience will be great.
New effects in iMessage
The proprietary iMessage application has two new effects: Spotlight and Echo. Spotlight puts your message front and center while Echo repeats the text on the screen multiple times. To do this, you need to click on the blue arrow in messages and select the effect you are interested in for sending SMS.
How to disable autoplay of videos and requests to rate the application in the AppStore
Go to Settings > iTunes & App Store" Here you can disable app ratings and reviews and annoying autoplay videos. This will get rid of those annoying prompts for app rating and auto-playing videos in the brand new app store.
How to turn on a flashlight and adjust the brightness
In iOS 11, the flashlight has four brightness levels instead of three. To launch the flashlight, simply open Control Center and long-press the flashlight icon to choose a brightness level.
How to Hide iMessage Notifications
If you don't want to receive notifications from certain numbers, contacts, or spam emails, you can quickly turn off notifications for those phone numbers. From the Home screen in iMessage, swipe left from the message you want to snooze and tap Hide Alerts.
How to disable automatic Wi-Fi connections
If you have multiple Wi-Fi networks in your home or workplace and you're tired of your iOS device automatically joining slower networks, you can ask it not to join certain networks automatically.
Go to Settings > Wi-Fi and tap the i icon next to the Wi-Fi network you're connected to. Now turn off auto-connect. Thus, Wi-Fi password will be saved, but you will not connect to the network automatically, but only by clicking on its icon in the settings.
How to scan QR codes with your camera in iOS
The camera app on iOS 11 can now scan QR codes. You don't need to configure anything for this. Just point the camera at any QR code and it will scan it and follow a link or perform an action. However, be careful, some QR codes are programmed to send money from your smartphone.
How to write a message to Siri
Talking to Siri isn't always convenient, but with the arrival of iOS 11 you now have the ability to send messages voice assistant using touch input. To write to Siri, go to Settings > General > Access > Write Siri.
Constant notifications
Your smartphone receives many notifications a day. To make sure you don't lose the most important ones, go to Settings > Notifications and select the apps for which you want to enable persistent notifications. Now tap the “Persistent” icon, which is located under the blue icon representing your iOS device.
How to log in to applications using iCloud Keychain
If you use iCloud Keychain to store your passwords, you can use this to sign into apps. Previously, you had to copy and paste your credentials, but in iOS 11 you will see a "Keychain" icon above the keyboard for quick login to the program or account.
How to enable answering machine on iPhone
There are times when you are busy and cannot touch your phone: driving a car, riding a bike, or simply cooking. Your iPhone can now automatically respond to phone calls. Go to Settings > General > Access > Call routing > Voicemail. Turn it on and then you can set how many seconds your phone should wait before automatically answering a call.
How to scan documents in the Notes app
Nowadays, the Notes app has become very reliable and useful in iOS 11. It can scan documents and even allows you to add tables. Notes in iOS 11 let you quickly add a drawing to a document or notes. To scan documents, simply open Notes, click the Plus button, and select Scan Documents.
One more thing about notes in iOS: if you have an iPad Pro, you can double-tap the lock screen from using Apple Pencil to quickly open the Notes app and start creating your note right away, convenient and practical.
How to customize the Control Center for yourself
If you don't like the standard layout of shortcuts in Control Center, you can customize them to your liking. Just go to Settings > Control Center > Customize Controls. Here you can add or remove apps from the Control Center and choose their position - however you like.
Password for connecting to a computer
If you connect your iOS device to your computer and connect it to iTunes, you will need to enter your password separately to access the data on the device. Previously, you simply had to unlock your device and press the "Trust" key.
Well, what do you think of this selection of iOS 11 secrets? Tell us in the comments what you liked most about the system. If you find something new for yourself, don’t forget to share this article in your messengers and social networks.
Apple presented on Monday at the opening of the WWDC developer conference new version operating system for iPhone and iPad - iOS 12. In the fall it will be possible to install it for free on all the same devices that can run iOS 11. Let's figure out what's new in iOS 12.
Performance
According to Apple Senior Vice President Craig Federighi, who oversees software development, the company decided to primarily focus on improving productivity in iOS 12. System requirements have not changed - iOS 12 will be available on the same devices as iOS 11, that is, on smartphones starting from iPhone 5s and tablets starting from iPad Air And iPad mini 2, as well as on the 6th generation iPod Touch.
But that's not all. Apple claims that it has deeply optimized the system: so much so that running applications on old iPhone 6 Plus will be 40% faster, calling up the keyboard will take 50% less time, and the cameras will take 70% less time. At the same time, the increase in performance under load can approach twofold.
All this was achieved, among other things, thanks to the optimization of processor frequency management - it maximizes performance at the moment when it is most needed, for example, when launching an application or scrolling through a “heavy” web page.
"Digital Health"
Of the user functions that will be introduced in iOS 12, the most likely to impact the life of the owner of an i-device are the new opportunities to manage Do Not Disturb mode and notifications, as well as monitor and even limit the time that you (and your children - if they have also an iPhone or iPad with Family Sharing configured) in certain applications.
Do not disturb mode in iOS 12 can be turned on not only according to a schedule, but also for a certain period of time, for example, an hour. In addition, it will be possible to program it so that it turns off at certain time or in a certain place. Finally, a special “night” version of this mode (see illustration above) will lower the display brightness to minimum - so as not to blind your eyes in the dark, and hide all notifications until the morning.
Notifications will be grouped by application, as is done in the latest Android versions, and with one swipe you can hide, for example, everything sent by Twitter or Instagram. Users of devices with iOS 12 will have more options to manage notifications - for example, it will be possible to force push notifications from some applications to arrive silently and appear only in the Notification Center, but not on the lock screen.
Earlier this year, some major Apple shareholders. Some who came out in lately research In response to a letter from investors, Apple promised to add more to iOS effective tools parental control.
And so, they add: the Screen Time function will allow the user not only to see how much time he spent in each application and how many times per hour on average he accesses his smartphone or tablet, but also to set a usage limit various applications for yourself or your children whose accounts are added to Family Sharing.
If iOS device owners know how they use their devices, they can limit the amount of time they use specific application, website or app category. When the limit expires, the iPhone will show a screen notifying you that the time is up. Of course, it will be possible to “ask” for more time - the system will not completely block the application, but later it will persistently remind the user of his original intention to limit the use of the gadget.
Parents will be able to open a report on their child’s activity on their device from their smartphone or tablet, see what applications they spend time in, and set restrictions, including on certain categories, for example, on games:
It will also be possible to set hours when the child cannot use the device at all or has access only to certain applications - for example, Phone or iBooks.
Group video chat and Memoji
Another block of updates in iOS 12 concerns communication services FaceTime and iMessage. The first will feature a group video chat, supporting up to 32 interlocutors simultaneously. That is, the function will compete not only with , but also with Skype with its limit of 25 people.
In both FaceTime and iMessage, it will be possible to transform using virtual “live” Animoji masks that copy the user’s facial expressions (only on iPhone X). Fans of the reincarnation will have access to four new characters - a ghost, a koala, a tiger cub and a tyrannosaurus. All Animoji in iOS 12 will be able to recognize when the user is sticking out his tongue and copy his grimace.
Moreover, it will be possible to create a personal avatar, Memoji, using dozens of options for face, skin color, accessories, etc. A similar function. However, although Korean “selfiemojis” are formed using front camera, are configured much less flexibly. And Apple has four available degrees of freckling to choose from, not to mention about fifty options for women’s hairstyles only.
Siri
In iOS 12, Apple will open the door wider for app developers to access their voice assistant. Now they will be able to independently connect individual functions of their programs to Siri through Shortcuts, and users will be able to access them using voice commands. For example, the Tile Bluetooth key fob app will be able to respond to the phrase “where are my keys?”
The new Shortcuts application will allow owners of i-devices with iOS 12 to create their own comprehensive functions and assign them simple voice commands. In the example demonstrated at the presentation, an Apple employee configured a “macro” in Shortcuts, which voice command“Going Home” reports travel time taking into account traffic jams, sends a message about the time of arrival to family members, sets the “smart” thermostat at home to a comfortable temperature, and then turns on your favorite radio on the iPhone.
Augmented Reality
The capabilities of developers of AR applications for iOS will expand in iOS 12 - Apple has introduced the second version of ARKit. Its main feature, in addition to more accurate surface recognition, is a multi-user mode in which several users of i-devices, being nearby, can interact with the same set of virtual objects:
Persistent objects will change the way you interact with AR applications: users will be able to leave virtual objects in the real world and then return to them. For example, you can leave a half-assembled puzzle on the table, and all its parts will remain in their original places. Or you can work on an art project over several weeks without having to start over each time.
ARKit 2 also expands support for image recognition and tracking. This allows you to recognize 3D objects, such as toys and sculptures, and automatically apply shadows and highlights from real objects to augmented reality objects.
In addition, Apple agreed with a dozen partner companies on the development of a single format for AR objects - USDZ. Such files can, for example, be integrated into mobile version site - and the user will be able to “try on” a potential purchase by placing a virtual copy of it in his room:
Apple also announced the Measure app for iOS, a kind of virtual ruler that uses augmented reality to quickly estimate the size of real objects. Such applications are already in the App Store, but now they will have a serious competitor.
Other updates
In the built-in Photos app, Apple is trying to catch up with Google's similar cross-platform product. Like Google Photos, the iPhone's native gallery will feature a "for you" section with automatically processed photos, photo memories ("I remember what you did a year ago") and automatically stitched videos.
The book app with a built-in store in iOS 12 will be renamed from iBooks to Apple Books and will radically change its design in the spirit new App Store and Apple Music:
The CarPlay car interface will finally begin to support third parties navigation apps, their interface will be displayed directly on the screen of the car’s multimedia system. Finally, the Voice Recorder app will be available on iPad, which now uses iCloud. Its design, including the smartphone version, will be completely new.
When will iOS 12 be released?
The public beta version of iOS 12 can be installed on mobile devices Apple has already in June, and the developer version is available today. The new OS is compatible with Phone 5s and newer, all iPad models Air and iPad Pro, iPad 6th generation, iPad 5th generation, iPad mini 2 and later, and iPod touch 6th generation.
The iOS 11 operating system is called the most ambitious update, and not only because it contains truly new features, but also some surprises.
Keyboard
"One-handed keyboard". A feature previously only available on iPad is now available on smartphones. The feature will be appreciated by those who like to type messages with one hand on the go. You can activate the function in the keyboard settings.
Additional characters on iPad. Long pressing Shift displays alternate characters and numbers—no need to switch from the alphabetic keyboard to the numeric keyboard. This function, similar to QuickType, comes in handy when you need to enter complex password or type the site address.
Siri
From now on, you can not only talk with Siri, but also correspond. (Introverts rejoice.) The function can be activated in the settings. The next time you access Siri, a keyboard will appear.
Siri translator. Built into Siri Google Assistant, so now to find out the translation, just ask: “How to say the word in the language? » You will receive an answer orally and in writing.
Control Center
In the new custom control center you can now add shortcuts- for example, Low Power Mode, Text Size, Notes, Wallet, etc.
Cards
Airplane mode. In Google Maps, select 3D mode, and then activate the “Flight” function. This way you can see major cities from a bird's eye view. In Russia, however, this function does not yet work.
Camera
The camera has finally built in the ability to recognize a QR code. No need to use third party apps anymore.
Alignment. A new feature has appeared in the “Grid” mode (can be activated in the camera settings). When shooting with short distance Two + signs will appear in the center of the screen. To make the frame even, they need to be aligned on the screen.
Appeared in live photos editing function. Now you can turn off the sound and crop photos just like videos.
Live photo feature appears in FaceTime. During a conversation, you can take a photo of your interlocutor - however, he will receive a notification about this.
Screenshots
Now edit the screenshot (crop or add notes) you can do it right away, you don’t need to go to the photo gallery.
In Safari settings, activate the “No cross-tracking” mode, which prevents advertisements in the browser from being transferred from one site to another without user confirmation.
Saved Passwords in Safari will now be automatically inserted into third-party applications.
IN iCloud settings renamed iTunes Store And Apple Store, and now it's offers space-saving tips. This will primarily include logging old conversations, deleting large iMessage attachments, and saving messages to iCloud.
There you can also enable space cleaning function. If there is a shortage free space Your smartphone will receive a notification about which applications have not been used for a long time and that they can be deleted.
When the battery charge is low (less than 30%), importing photos to iCloud automatically stops.
Telephone
SOS mode. In your phone settings, you can activate the Auto Call feature, which dials 911 when you quickly press Power button five times.