Apple WWDC 2022 highlights: From iOS 16, to new MacBooks, macOS to iPadOS, what you need to know

Apple organized the WWDC 2022 event where it introduced a wide range of software products and also launched some new hardware. The program finally introduced iOS 16, WatchOS 9, MacOS Ventura, iPadOS 15. In terms of hardware, we got the new MacBook Air and MacBook Pro 13-inch, both of which are powered by the new M2 chipset.

Here are the highlights of the event

iOS 16

Apple launched the new iOS 16 called a . Get lock screen for the first time. Users will be able to edit the lockscreen on the go. Users will be able to change the format of the lock screen, change the font style, and even add or subtract widgets. Users will also be able to shuffle photos on the lock screen and set their own changes.

Apple is changing this too messages, Users will be able to edit any message they send. You can also recall messages. Users will also be able to mark messages unread.

shareplay Will allow users to sync apps for two users to share the experience simultaneously. Users will be able to use Shareplay while on FaceTime.

iOS 16 now supports the new dictation Ways to switch between voice and touch. Dictation also adds punctuation automatically.

iOS 16 is also introduced live text for video. It will support Camera View to translate live on the go. There’s also a Google Lens-like feature that takes photo detection a step further by allowing users to select subjects and then move them to something like messages or WhatsApp.

Apple Maps Getting new features with more 3D details to make traveling more fun. You will be able to set 16 stops on Apple. You can also use Siri to add stops. The Lookaround feature will allow higher resolution images on Apple Maps to provide users with a more immersive experience.

Apple iCloud Shared Photo Library Will allow users to share an iCloud album with other people using Shared Libraries. You can also select automatic sharing which will automatically use facial recognition to share images to the shared library.

Apple home app WWDC 2022 is launched at the event. Apple has introduced a new Hub to manage the connected ecosystem of smart home products. One such structure is called matter. It allows users to connect smart home accessories.

The new Home app controls all the data on all of your connected devices including the camera, light security, and more. It also gives multi camera view. Tiles allow for a notification shadow-like experience. It is available on iOS, iPadOS and macOS.

next Gen apple carplay Gains a more immersive experience. The Apple CarPlay interface will be able to adapt your car screen to fit the widgets and more data will be used through your iPhone than ever before.

Apple watchOS 9

Apple WatchOS 9 has more to offer see faces With support for various religious calendars, new kid-friendly watch faces, and more. The active apps will be at the top of the screen in watchOS 9. watchOS 9 allows users to search podcasts in a better way.

watchOS 9 will bring new metrics For example running for sports activities. The watch will be able to use metrics based on body movement, machine learning, to measure this form metrics.

apple fitness app Will be available for more iPhone users. The app will allow some new features on the iPhone as well. You won’t need an Apple Watch to access these features.

Apple watchOS 9 medicines app Will allow users to track medicines using a dedicated app. You’ll be able to log medications and even set reminders to take your medicine. All you need to do is tap on the name of the medicine to select your medicine. It will also warn against drug-drug interactions.

M2 chip

Apple has introduced a new M2 Chipset Which is the Generation 2 of the M chipset line. The company aims to maximize performance and minimize power consumption. The M2 is more powerful than the M1 but offers better battery performance.

In M2 a . is also new gpu Which now has 10 cores. It delivers 25 percent better performance with the same power level. The M2 also gets a new Neural Engine and a new Media Engine that supports 8K. The M2 comes with 20 billion transistors, 100GB/s unified memory performance, which delivers 50% more than the M1. It has 4 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores. Also Read – Apple WWDC 2022: 13-inch MacBook Pro Tonight May Not Launch As Expected

13.6 inch macbook air

The new MacBook Air is launched at WWDC 2022. The new MacBook Air is powered by the M2 chip. It’s just 1/2 inch thin. The new MacBook Air will be offered in four colours. With M2, MacBook Air will get MagSafe support, two Thunderbolt ports, 3.5mm headphone jack.

Liquid Retina Display will be available in MacBook Air. The notch on the screen gives a bigger display. You will get 13.6 inch display instead of 13 inch screen. The new laptop’s speakers are fully integrated into the screen and keyboard.

The new MacBook Air M1 will be 20% faster than the MacBook Air at applying image filters in Photoshop. It will be 40% faster even on Final Cut Pro.

13-inch MacBook Pro

The new 13-inch MacBook Pro also gets a new M2 chipset. The second generation of the chipset gives the machine 40 percent better performance than the previous version and it also supports up to 30 percent better gaming performance. The M2 MacBook Pro will allow for up to 24GB of integrated memory for better multi-tasking.

MacOS Ventura

MacOS Ventura has received several updates in various design elements as well as functional appreciation. macOS Ventura gets a new one stage manager Which moves all the windows to the side to provide better focus to the user.

headlines The feature will allow quick search for various files stored locally or even for general searches. You can also find apps and take actions using the Spotlight bar. Spotlight is also coming to iOS and iPadOS.

Match app gets a new one undo send This feature allows users to undo the mail immediately after it is sent. You will also get the option of a ‘Follow Up’ reminder. The new search feature will show recently viewed documents. These features will also be available on iPadOS and iOS.

Safari Will provide better battery efficiency and better video playback. Safari will also have something called Shared Tab Groups. You can share a bunch of tabs with your friends and explore the web together.

iPadOS 16

iPadOS 16 gets a new multitasking experience with Stage Manager and full external display support. It’ll get new ways to collaborate through Messages, major updates to Mail and Safari, iCloud Shared Photo Library, pro features including Reference Mode and Display Zoom, and more

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