Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) highlights 2024 have concluded, bringing a slew of groundbreaking announcements and innovative features across Apple’s ecosystem. Here’s a comprehensive look at the key highlights, along with dates for when these new features will be available, to help you stay ahead of the curve and prepare your digital products or apps to leverage these advancements.
iOS 18
Release Date: Fall 2024
iOS 18 introduces Apple Intelligence, a personal intelligence system that combines the power of generative models with users’ personal context. Expect significant enhancements in Messages, including more expressive communication tools and satellite connectivity for off-grid messaging. The new Calculator app with Math Notes makes its debut, allowing users to solve handwritten math problems directly on their devices (Apple) (Apple Developer).
iPadOS 18
Release Date: Fall 2024
iPadOS 18 elevates the iPad experience with new customization options for the Home Screen and the addition of the Calculator app. Apple Intelligence brings smarter features to the iPad, enhancing productivity and creativity. Developers can now take full advantage of the enhanced iPad capabilities to create more immersive apps (Apple) (Apple Developer).
macOS Sequoia
Release Date: Fall 2024
macOS Sequoia introduces iPhone Mirroring, allowing users to access and control their iPhone directly from their Mac. The new Safari Highlights feature enhances web browsing by surfacing relevant information effortlessly. Apple Intelligence boosts productivity tools, offering new ways to manage tasks and communications more effectively (Apple) (Apple).
watchOS 11
Release Date: Fall 2024
watchOS 11 brings powerful health and fitness insights with the new Vitals app and training load metrics. Enhanced personalization features, such as customizable Activity rings and the new Smart Stack, provide a more tailored user experience. Additionally, the Check In and Translate apps, along with improved double tap gestures, offer greater convenience and connectivity (Apple) (Apple).
visionOS 2
Release Date: Fall 2024
visionOS 2 enhances the Apple Vision Pro experience with new spatial computing capabilities, intuitive hand gestures, and features like Follow Your Breathing in the Mindfulness app. Users can now create spatial photos and enjoy multiview in the TV app, making the Vision Pro more versatile than ever (Apple) (Apple Developer).
tvOS 18
Release Date: Fall 2024
tvOS 18 introduces the InSight feature, which elevates cinematic experiences by displaying song info in Apple TV+ shows. Updates to Apple Fitness+, Apple Music, and FaceTime make the biggest screen in your home even more interactive and enjoyable. The Home app gains new features like guest access and hands-free unlock with home keys (Apple) (Apple).
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