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On the same day in which Microsoft has announced the acquisition of LinkedIn, Apple claimed the attention of the entire tech world with the WWDC 2016.
As usual, Apple’s developers’ conference arrives few weeks after the Google I/O, renewing the eternal rivalry for the heart (and wallet) of the customers. How did it go? Did Cupertino overshadow Mountain View? Here’s everything you need to know about the WWDC 2016.
The first impression we get, scrolling down the list of the announcements, is that Apple is rapidly moving toward a seamless integration of its family of devices. This will allow the users to switch from one device to another more easily. Just to name two examples, Siri is coming to desktop computers, and so Apple Pay, that will soon work on Safari.
Besides the big changes, however, we have also seen a bunch of incremental updates and redesigns, from the new notifications and lock screen interactions for iOS to an Apple Maps that eerily looks like Google Maps.
The list of changes and improvements coming to Apple's operating systems and devices is rather long, but Tim Cook broke the keynote down into four areas: iOS, OSX, watchOS, and tvOS. Developers will get access to the previews right away, while mere mortals will have to wait till fall.
APPLE WATCH
The arrival of the watchOS 3 will bring the Apple Watch to a whole new level as it will load the apps seven times faster than before, thanks to background refreshing and a massive use of the memory. Customers will also see two other very welcome updates: the new “Dock” interface to jump from one running app to the other; and “Scribble”, a new way to respond to a message, simply drawing the letters with a fingertip instead of using a traditional keyboard.
APPLE TV
With the launch of the new tvOS, the Apple TV will also grow up, thanks to new features that will expand its range and better integrate the TV with the entire Apple’s ecosystem. One example: if you download an app on your iPhone, and that app has an AppleTV version, it will download automatically. More, you will be able to access the different apps with a “Single Sign On”, and you could use Siri voice search to find content, even within third party apps. Last but not least, with the new OS the iPhone will become an improved remote control.
MACOS
After fifteen years as OS X, the OS for Mac simply becomes macOS. The first macOS in Apple’s history will be called Sierra, will hit the shelves next fall, and bring a slew of new stuff. Few examples:
- Your Mac will recognize you when you are sitting in front of it and automatically unlock.
- You will copy something on your computer and paste it on your iPhone or iPad and vice versa.
- Siri will move to the macOS following the Chatbots mania, and will help you carry out your daily activities or execute complex duties.
- Apple Pay will not be confined to the mobile world anymore, and you could use it to make purchases via Safari browser.
- The macOS will help you free up space on your hard drive, automatically backing up and removing copies of the data you have not used in a long time.
IOS 10
Apple’s smartphone will also debut a new OS, simply called iOS 10 and presented as “the biggest iOS release for users ever.” Is it really? Here are the main features:
- The redesigned lock screen will have rich notifications, quick interaction with apps, and expanded 3D touch.
- Siri will get the long-awaited integration with third party apps so that you could ask her for a Uber lift asap.
- QuickType will become more smart and contextual, to understand what you really want to say.
- VoIP apps will hook directly in the phone app to create a unified and less annoying experience.
- Apple’s Maps will move in the predictive direction, improving suggestions and eerily resembling Google Maps.
- Apple Music and Apple News will get a fresh new look, in hopes of attracting more customers and investors.
- HomeKit, Apple’s standard for all things home automation and IoT, has not been abandoned and will get an ‘aggregator app’ - called Home - that will bring all the devices into one smart hub.
These and many more updates will reach your device in the next months. Apple’s purpose is to change (once again) how people connect with technology, and ultimately build a more meaningful and seamless customer experience. Which WWDC 2016 announcement excites you the most?
The Verge has compressed the entire 2-hours conference into a 10-minutes video. Check it out:
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