new features in macos 2024

New Features in macOS 2024

macOS 2024, also known as macOS Sequoia, introduces several new features and improvements:

1. Writing Tools:

   • Enhanced writing tools that assist with spelling, grammar, structure, clarity, and tone. These tools are integrated system-wide and can be adopted by your apps automatically.
   • What’s new in AppKit (00:00:52)

2. Genmoji and Image Playground:

   • New features like Genmoji and Image Playground to create engaging experiences within your apps.
   • Platforms State of the Union (00:52:11)

3. Productivity Features:

   • Easier window tiling to help manage multiple windows more efficiently.
   • iPhone mirroring to seamlessly integrate your iPhone with your Mac.
   • Platforms State of the Union (00:52:11)
   • What’s new in AppKit (00:03:31)

4. New APIs:

   • User space file system support.
   • Major improvements to MapKit.
   • Platforms State of the Union (00:52:11)

5. SwiftUI Enhancements:

   • New options to customize window behavior and styling, including control over the window's toolbar and background.
   • A new text renderer API for advanced visual effects and animations.
   • Platforms State of the Union (00:37:45)

6. Gaming Improvements:

   • Gameporting Toolkit 2, which includes improved compatibility with technologies like AVX2 and advanced gaming features like ray tracing.
   • Metal API improvements to help DirectX developers port their existing graphics code.
   • Platforms State of the Union (00:53:58)

7. Toolbar and Context Menu Refinements:

   • Support for all display modes in toolbars.
   • Keyboard-presented context menus for faster navigation.
   • What’s new in AppKit (00:15:21)
   • What’s new in AppKit (00:08:44)

These features and improvements aim to enhance productivity, creativity, and the overall user experience on macOS Sequoia.