Apple has released its big fall iOS 16, a free software update for the users of iPhone 8 and newer versions. The new update is full of exciting features, including better technologies in the lock screen, music player, and gaming. The iPhone users and the tech-lovers were very excited to know when is iOS 16 coming out, and what features exactly it has. It is good news for them that Apple iOS 16 is finally available. Here are the new iOS 16 features.
An All-New Lock Screen That is Customizable
Apple iOS 16 has a range of exquisite features. Nevertheless, the lock screen customization is making the headline. The lock screens in the iOS 16 supported devices can be personalized with various widgets, fonts, multi-layered wallpapers, and more. A weather wallpaper will show the weather conditions of the day, and the moon, Earth, and solar system will be shown in an astronomical wallpaper. There are many patterns and designs for the lock screen.
The Music Player With A Larger Display
Apple has brought a music player for iPhone back after a long time. The music player with a full-screen view even when the phone is locked is a treat for music lovers. The wallpaper will match the color tone of the album art. Tapping the bottom of the large album display will minimize the player and give the standard screen lock wallpaper back.
IOS 16 Supports Editing And Unsending Imessages
The user can edit an iMessage temporarily, or even he can unsend a message. The feature also allows marking a conversation unread even after opening the messages. You can edit a message till fifteen minutes after sending it, and one message can be edited a maximum of five times. The recipient can understand that the messages are edited as they will have the “edited” mark. You have to tap on an iMessage and hold it to get the menu for editing.
Tracking Orders And Paying Later
The Apple Wallet app is more versatile and user-friendly now. The iOS 16 features include tracking orders with in-built technology. Even there is an option to pay later, allowing you to pay in weekly installments. This means you can buy things without hampering your budget much and keep a record of all orders and payments. The privacy and security system is also upgraded, and the user can protect his age and identity.
Gaming
Gaming is more fun with iOS 16 now as it features Bluetooth controllers for games. The updated software has Pro Controller and Joy-Cons, and as earlier, those are also compatible with Xbox- Series X and PS5 DualSense. The Joy-Cons of Nintendo are usable as a singular, right, or left controller.
Tracking Fitness Without Apple Watch
Apple has given the opportunity of tracking fitness to all of its users. An Apple user does not need the Apple Watch to track his fitness, and it is enough for them to have one of the iOS 16 supported devices. The newer version tracks daily fitness using the motion sensor of the iPhone.
Some Other Features
- There are focus filters and updates on focus mode. Setting up the focus for a picture is more manageable now.
- Instead of getting numerous notifications, you can get the notification of real-time happenings on the top.
- You can skip the CAPTCHA option and use private tokens.
- There is visual look-up technology to identify objects in a picture, and the object can be dragged for use in other apps.
- Apple iOS 16 features more SharePlay-supported apps than the earlier versions.
- The Apple Maps are more upgraded in this new updated software.
- Another feature that will be included later in the update is an iCloud shared library. A user can share his photo library with family and friends via iCloud.
Conclusion
Installation of iOS 16 is easy and free for users of iPhone 8 and more upgraded versions. You have to click on the software update option on your phone from the general settings category.
