What was introduced this year that might be signifcant for regular users not developers??
Generated on 8/2/2024
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This year, Apple introduced several features that might be significant for regular users, not just developers. Here are some highlights:
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Apple Intelligence: This is a new personal intelligence system that brings powerful generative models to iOS, iPadOS, and macOS. It enhances the ability to understand and generate language and images, helping users take actions with rich awareness of their personal context. It's deeply integrated into features and apps across the system and built with privacy from the ground up. (Platforms State of the Union)
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Passkeys: Apple has made it easier to transition to passkeys, which offer faster sign-in, fewer password resets, and reduced support costs. A new registration API creates passkeys automatically for eligible users the next time they sign into an app, making future sign-ins faster and more secure. (Platforms State of the Union)
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iOS Customizations: iOS is now more customizable than ever. New controls make it easier to access frequent tasks from apps, and users can add these controls to their control center or assign them to the action button on their iPhone 15 Pro. (Platforms State of the Union)
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watchOS Updates: New features in watchOS 11 include interactive and contextual widgets, double-tap support for quick, one-handed control, and productivity features like easier window tiling and iPhone mirroring. (Platforms State of the Union)
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UIKit Enhancements: iOS 18 brings major improvements to the user interface, including a redesigned launch experience for document-based apps, updated tabs and sidebars, and new fluid transitions across the system. (What’s new in UIKit)
These updates aim to enhance user experience by making interactions more intuitive, secure, and personalized.
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