VisionOS 2

Apple introduced VisionOS 2, the first major upgrade to its recently released VisionOS. Key features include:

• Photos Upgrade: Transform any 2D photo into a Spatial Photo, adding depth.
• Spatial Personas: Allows shared photo viewing experiences.
• New Hand Motion Gestures: Simplified access to settings.
• Enhanced MacOS Mirroring: Higher resolution and ultrawide monitor view.
• Travel Mode: Support for train travel, enhancing work on the go.
• Guest User Option: Save eye and hand data for 30 days.
• Personalized Home View: Customizable app placement.
• Video in Environments: Watch videos in environments on Safari, YouTube, and Netflix.
• Apple TV Multiview: Ideal for watching sports games.
• AirPlay: Cast content from iPhone, iPad, or Mac.
• Expanded Availability: Vision Pro will be available in more countries starting June 28.

iOS 18

iOS 18 brings significant customization and privacy features to iPhone and iPad:

• Home Screen Customization: Place apps anywhere and change app icon colors, including dark mode.
• Control Center Upgrades: Customizable toggles and layout.
• Privacy Enhancements: Lock and hide apps with FaceID or passcode.
• Messages Upgrades: Enhanced Tapbacks, text effects, formatting options, scheduled messages, and RCS support.
• Messages via Satellite: Send messages without Wi-Fi or cellular service.
• Mail App: Automatic email categorization.
• Wallet App: Tap phones to exchange Apple Cash.
• Journal App: More statistics and insights.
• Game Mode: Optimize gaming experience.
• Photos App Redesign: Cleaner design, carousel highlights, pin collections, and improved search.
• Safari Upgrades: Enhanced web browsing experience.
• Calendar App: Integration with Reminders app.

AirPods

AirPods Pro receive notable updates:

• Voice Isolation: Enhanced call quality in noisy environments.
• Siri Interactions: Nod or shake head for “yes” or “no” responses.
• Personalized Spatial Audio API: Available for game developers.

tvOS 18

tvOS 18 enhances the Apple TV experience:

• InSight Feature: Actor names and music titles from Apple TV+ content.
• Enhanced Dialogue: Improved vocal clarity on Apple TV 4K.
• Optimized Subtitles: Automatic appearance when necessary.
• Support for 21:9 Format: Ideal for projectors.
• FaceTime Live Captions: Available in English in the US and Canada.
• Apple Fitness+ Redesign: New For You, Explore, and Library spaces.

WatchOS 11

WatchOS 11 introduces new health and fitness features:

• Training Load: Insights into workout intensity.
• Vitals App: Quick look at important health metrics.
• Pregnancy Support: Enhanced Cycle Tracking app and mental health assessments.
• Activity Rings Customization: Pause rings without affecting streaks.
• Apple Fitness+: Personalized tabs and enhanced awards.
• Smart Stack Improvements: Automatically suggest widgets.
• Watch Face Suggestions: Best photo options for watch faces.
• Check In and Translate: New safety and translation features.
• Double Tap Gesture: Scroll through apps.

iPadOS 18

iPadOS 18 introduces new productivity tools:

• Redesigned Tab Bar: Customizable floating bar above app content.
• Shareplay: Remotely control iPad or iPhone and share drawings.
• Calculator App: Includes Math Notes for handwritten equations.
• Smart Script: Refines handwriting in Notes app.
• Text Enhancements: Five new highlight colors and section toggles.
• Control Center Customizations: Same as iOS 18.
• Photos App Upgrades: Enhanced design and functionality.
• Emoji Tapbacks: Same as iOS 18.

macOS 15/Sequoia

macOS Sequoia brings new features and integrations:

• iPhone Mirroring: Experience iPhone tasks on Mac.
• Window Tiling: Stay organized with suggested tile positions.
• Video Meeting Upgrades: Preview experience and new backgrounds.
• Passwords App: Manage credentials across Apple devices.
• AI Summarization Tool: Efficiently process web content in Safari.
• Viewer Experience: Enhanced video browsing akin to Reader mode for text.

Apple Intelligence

Apple’s new “personal intelligence” system introduces generative AI across its devices:

• Notification Prioritization: Ensures crucial notifications.
• AI Writing Tools: Rewriting, proofreading, summarizing text across apps.
• Personalized Images: Create sketches, illustrations, and animations.
• Task Automation: Perform tasks based on personal context.
• Privacy and Security: Emphasized with on-device processing and Private Cloud Compute.
• Siri Enhancements: Improved understanding, conversational context, and on-screen awareness.
• Mail Upgrades: Rewrite, Proofread, Summarize, Smart Reply, and email prioritization.
• New Focus Option: Reduce interruptions based on activity and context.
• Genmoji and Image Playground: AI-generated emojis and images.
• Photos App Enhancements: Object removal, video search, and on-demand Memories.
• Notes App: Audio transcription and summarization.

Partnership with OpenAI

Apple integrates ChatGPT with Siri, enhancing user assistance:

• ChatGPT Integration: Siri can send requests to ChatGPT for better assistance.
• Free Access: Users can access ChatGPT without logging data.
• Advanced Features: Available for ChatGPT Plus subscribers.
• Availability: Coming to iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia later this year.