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During event WWDC 2024 this Monday (10), the Apple presented new features for your operating system MacOS. with the codename macOS Sequoia, the update introduced new uses of artificial intelligence with the aim of increasing user productivity, in addition to new features such as mirroring the computer screen iPhone straight to your Mac, news for gamers, new password management app, browser updates safari , and more.
Check out the main news below MacOS announced during the WWDC 2024.
Apple Intelligence
One of the great novelties of MacOS announced in this WWDC 2024 is the introduction of Apple Intelligence, a set of features that uses machine learning and artificial intelligence to transform the user experience on the Mac. The goal is to increase productivity and provide AI assistance to facilitate everyday tasks in an intuitive way.
Today, we're excited to take macOS to new heights with macOS Sequoia, a major release that elevates productivity and intelligence.
Craig Federighi, Senior Vice President of Software Engineering at Apple.
One of the key additions is the suite of Writing Tools integrated throughout the system. With these tools, users can proofread, summarize, and rewrite text in a variety of applications, including Mail, Notes e Pages. This can improve the efficiency of written communication, helping users remain clear and concise in their digital interactions.
Furthermore, the Apple Intelligence brings new imaging features, such as Image Playground, which allows users to create animated images, illustrations, or sketches directly in apps like Messages. This functionality adds a touch of creativity to conversations and visual self-expression.
In-app Photos, the resource Memories has been improved to automatically create stories from user-supplied descriptions. This can simplify the process of organizing and sharing photos and videos, transforming memories into visual narratives quickly and intuitively.
A Crab also receives significant improvements with the Apple Intelligence, becoming more natural, contextual and personal. Users can now type to interact with the Crab, as well as switching between text and voice input as needed, providing a more flexible and integrated experience. Furthermore, the integration of Chat GPT across the platform allows users to access AI expertise in a variety of contexts through Crab, from assistance with writing to understanding images and documents, without the need to switch between applications or tools.
According to the company during the presentation, one of the company's main concerns Apple when implementing the Apple Intelligence is the privacy of users. As Private Cloud Compute, data processing can occur locally without the need to store user data or send it to company servers, without compromising the security or privacy of user data.
iPhone Screen Mirroring
During the presentation, the new screen mirroring functionality of the iPhone, strengthening integration between devices Apple through the resources of Continuity. The new functionality allows users to control the iPhone directly by Mac when accessing applications, responding to messages and even making calls without having to switch between devices. This integration is perfect for professionals who need to maintain productivity while using multiple devices simultaneously.
Productivity apps like Pages, Numbers e Keynote also benefit from this update. Now, when mirroring the screen iPhone, it is possible to use the device as an extension of the screen of the Mac, facilitating collaborative work and the manipulation of documents and presentations. Compatibility with Apple Pencil in iPhone, which allows notes and drawings, is instantly reflected, improving interaction between devices.
As announced by Apple During the introduction of the new functionality, all screen mirroring connections are encrypted, ensuring that data transmitted between the iPhone and the Mac are protected against unauthorized access.
New updates for Safari
O safari received several updates on macOS 15 which aim to make web browsing even more intuitive and efficient. One of the most highlighted new features during the presentation was the introduction of Highlights, a tool that makes it easier to discover information on the web. As Highlights, users can quickly access directions, summaries, and quick links to learn more about people, music, movies, and TV shows. This functionality enhances the ability to find relevant information without the need for extensive navigation.
Another significant update is the redesign of the Reader Mode, which now offers even more ways to enjoy articles without distractions. The new Reader Mode presents a simplified view of the article the user is reading, including a summary and table of contents for longer articles. This makes it easier to navigate and read extensive content, allowing users to focus on what really matters.
Furthermore, the safari now includes a tool called Viewer, which detects videos on pages and highlights them, providing an improved viewing experience. O Viewer allows users to watch videos centrally while still having full access to system playback controls, including functionality Picture in Picture. This means that users can continue to browse other pages or use other applications while watching the video in a floating window.
New games for macOS Sequoia
For gamers with Mac, good news! A Apple announced during the WWDC 2024, a series of enhancements designed to elevate gaming on the macOS 15 to new levels of emotion and immersion. With a selection of highly anticipated titles and cutting-edge features, gaming at Mac is about to become more immersive than ever.
Among the highlights is the long-awaited launch of Assassin's Creed Shadows, the latest addition to the hit series from Ubisoft, promising to transport players to new worlds full of excitement. Alongside it, other awaited titles such as Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown and a selection from the series RESIDENT EVIL, including RESIDENT EVIL 7 biohazard and RESIDENT EVIL 2.
Frostpunk 2, Palworld, Sniper Elite 4 and RoboCop: Rogue City are also on the horizon, each leveraging advanced software technologies like MetalFX upscaling to deliver enhanced visuals and accelerated performance across the entire product line Mac, mainly for the devices with the processor family M3.
A Apple also announced during the WWDC 2024 a more immersive audio experience with Personalized Spatial Audio, which immerses players in the heart of the action like never before. Combined with a significant reduction in audio latency through AirPods Pro (2nd generation) and improvements in Game mode that unlock smoother frame rates, play on Mac is getting a significant upgrade.
Furthermore, the launch of Game Porting Toolkit 2 marks a new era of accessibility, allowing developers to bring their games to devices Apple faster and more efficiently than ever before. With enhanced capabilities and support for the most requested features, Game Porting Toolkit 2 aims to make the process of porting advanced games to Mac, iPhone and iPad a simple task.
Other new features in macOS Sequoia
In addition to the improvements already highlighted, the macOS Sequoia promises to also bring a series of new features designed to further improve the user experience and increase day-to-day productivity.
In order to keep users organized, the macOS 15 features new ways to organize windows in a layout that best suits your needs. Now, when dragging a window to the edge of the screen, the operating system automatically suggests a docking position on the desktop. Users can drop their windows directly into the suggested location, quickly arrange windows side by side, or place them in corners to keep even more apps in view. Additionally, new keyboard and menu shortcuts help users organize windows even faster.
Additionally, making presentations even easier, the new Presenter Preview lets users preview what they're about to share before sharing it, working with apps like FaceTime e Zoom. Users can also apply beautiful built-in backgrounds, including a variety of color gradients and system wallpapers, or upload their own photos. Background replacements can be applied during a video call on FaceTime or in third-party applications such as Webex, and with industry-leading segmentation of Apple , users will look flawless during a call.
Lastly, built on the foundation of Keychain, macOS Sequoia bring the Passwords, a new app that makes it even easier to access passwords, passkeys, Wi-Fi passwords, and other credentials in one place. Synchronization with iCloud It is backed by secure end-to-end encryption. O Passwords works very well with safari and syncs seamlessly between devices Apple of the user and the Windows with the app iCloud for Windows.
The new macOS Sequoia is available for developer testing via Apple Developer Program em developer.apple.com since today. A public beta is expected to be available next month and the official launch of the new features is scheduled for spring.
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It’s great to see Apple innovating with features like Apple Intelligence and seamless iPhone screen mirroring in macOS Sequoia! These updates increase productivity and accessibility for Mac users. Plus, it’s helpful to know that tools like TunesKit iPhone Unlocker can simplify device management when troubleshooting or recovering a locked iPhone. I’m excited to explore all of these new features!