Apple's proprietary operating system, iOS 11, is full of new features. But not all of them were covered by the company at the presentation. Galagram presents the top of the most interesting hidden features and capabilities in iOS 11 and reveals all the secrets of the firmware. We are sure that you will discover a lot of new, useful and interesting things, let's go!
IOS 11 dark theme - how to enable
First secret: iOS 11 has a dark theme or dark mode. To enable this feature, go to Settings> General> Access> Show Numbers> and enable Intelligent Inversion... This will allow the system dark mode to be used, but the problem is that some applications do not have dark mode support for normal use.
And apps that already have night mode don't look very pretty if you enable Invert Colors. In many games, colors deteriorate and distort the picture severely. But there are other applications from Apple in which the dark mode works fine and even helps to comfortably use the smartphone in the dark. Among them: Mail, Safari browser and Apple Music player.
How to switch AirDrop through settings
Now AirDrop can be turned on or off right in the settings. Open Settings> General> AirDrop and enable or disable. Previously, it was only possible to do this through the Control Center (lower curtain).
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How to turn off iPhone through Settings
If your iPhone or iPad is damaged and the shutdown key does not work, try this method to turn off your smartphone through the Settings app. To do this, open Settings> General and scroll down the page. Here you will see a Shut Down button that allows you to turn off your iOS 11 device. If your power button is broken, this is probably the only way to turn off your phone or tablet.
How to activate experimental features in Safari
For the first time, Apple is giving you access to some of the experimental Safari features in iOS. To activate, open Preferences> Safari> Advanced> Experimental Features. You can enable many features here, such as Link Preload, that can speed up your browsing. However, most people won't understand what these features do, so it's best not to include anything you don't understand.
How to block ads in Safari
With the release of iOS 11, Safari introduces a new Ad Tracking Prevention feature that prevents advertisers from tracking you over the Internet. It removes certain cookies to prevent this, and naturally advertising companies (like Google) are not happy with this feature. But your user experience will be great.
New effects in iMessage
The proprietary iMessage app has two new effects: Spotlight and Echo. Spotlight puts your message in the spotlight, while Echo repeats text on screen multiple times. To do this, you need to click on the blue arrow in the messages and select the effect you are interested in for sending SMS.
How to disable autoplay of videos and requests to rate an application in the AppStore
Go to Settings> iTunes & App Store. Here you can turn off app ratings and reviews and annoying autoplay videos. It will save you those annoying prompts for app rating and automatic video playback on a brand new app store.
How to turn on the flashlight and adjust the brightness
In iOS 11, the flashlight has four brightness levels instead of three. To start the flashlight, simply open Control Center and press and hold the flashlight icon to select the brightness level.
How to hide iMessage notifications
If you do not want to receive notifications from some numbers, contacts or spam mailings, you can quickly turn off notifications for these phone numbers. On the iMessage home screen, swipe to the left of the message you want to snooze and tap Hide Alerts.
How to turn off automatic Wi-Fi connections
If you have multiple Wi-Fi networks in your home or workplace, and you're tired of your iOS device automatically joining slower networks, you can ask it not to automatically join certain networks.
Go to Settings> Wi-Fi and tap the i icon next to the Wi-Fi network you are connected to. Now disable auto-connect. Thus, the Wi-Fi password will be saved, but you will not connect to the network automatically, but only by clicking on its icon in the settings.
How to scan QR codes with a camera in iOS
The camera app on iOS 11 can now scan QR codes. You don't need to configure anything for this. Just point the camera at any QR code and it will scan it and follow the link or take an action. However, be careful, some QR codes are programmed to send money from your smartphone.
How to write a message to Siri
Talking to Siri is not always convenient, with the arrival of iOS 11 you have the opportunity to send messages to the voice assistant using touch input. To write to Siri, go to Settings> General> Sharing> Write to Siri.
Permanent notifications
Your smartphone receives many notifications a day. To avoid losing the most important ones, go to Settings> "Notifications" and select the applications for which you want to turn on persistent notifications. Now tap on the "Persistent" icon, which is below the blue icon representing your iOS device.
How to log in to apps via iCloud Keychain
If you are using iCloud Keychain to store your passwords, you can use that to sign in to apps. Previously, you had to copy and paste your credentials, but in iOS 11 you will see a “Keychain” icon above your keyboard for quick access to a program or account.
How to turn on answering machine on iPhone
There are times when you are busy and cannot touch your phone: driving a car, riding a bike, or banal cooking. Your iPhone can now answer phone calls automatically. Go to Settings> General> Access> Call Routing> Auto Answer. Turn it on and then you can set how many seconds your phone should wait before answering a call automatically.
How to scan documents in Notes
Nowadays, the Notes application has become very reliable and useful in iOS 11. It can scan documents and even allows you to add tables. Notes in iOS 11 allows you to quickly draw a drawing on a document or notes. To scan documents, simply open Notes, click the Plus button and choose Scan Documents.
And one more thing about Notes in iOS: if you have an iPad Pro, you can double-tap the lock screen with your Apple Pencil to quickly open the Notes app and start composing your note right away, which is convenient and practical.
How to customize the Control Center for yourself
If the default arrangement of shortcuts in the Control Center does not suit you, you can customize them to your liking. Just open Settings> Control Center> Customize Controls. Here you can add or remove apps from the Control Center and choose their position as you like.
Password for connecting to a computer
If you connect your iOS device to your computer and connect it to iTunes, you will need to enter your password separately to access the data on the device. Previously, you just had to unlock the device and press the "Trust" key.
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We present a detailed review of IOS 12: what's new in the mobile OS and is it worth updating to the latest version?
In September 2018, Apple introduced the new iOS 12, which promises to be the most productive mobile OS in the past 5 years.
Despite the fact that the beta build appeared back in June, the official release surprised with new options and improvements. Now working with and has become even more convenient.
Improved performance
The latest update has added more customization options to the iPhone and iPad. However, many users complained that from year to year Apple releases the same type of OS builds without visible improvements. iOS 12 takes everything to the next level.
Everyone has been looking at the iOS 12 beta for most of the summer, but the developers have held on to some really interesting updates until the official release.
The new OS significantly affects the operation of the operating system. IOS 12 has support for artificial intelligence methods.
As with the principles of any AI, the more you use it, the better it will perform.
Since everyone uses theirs on a daily basis, the performance of the features will only get better over time.
Thanks to smart algorithms, within a few days after installing the OS, you will notice that the system began to offer you the most suitable applications and options for performing actions. Everything is aimed at making it easier to interact with the phone.
Apple's primary goal in iOS 12 is to provide an operating system that runs equally fast on all devices, new and old.
IOS 12 interacts with the hardware of the smartphone in such a way that the system starts to consume less battery resources, but is much faster.
Other improvements include the use of animated effects, which are now smoother and faster.
Users have noticed good performance improvements on older iPhones.
Testing has shown that when installing the operating system on the iPhone 6S and iPhone 7 Plus, the performance of the gadget increased by an average of 15% -20%.
If you still have problems updating, it could be due to an outdated battery. It is enough to replace the battery for the new OS to work without problems.
It is worth noting the autonomy of the iPhone with the new IOS 12. Regardless of the model of the gadget, the firmware allows you to extend the battery life by several hours.
Since less than a month has passed since the release of IOS 12, it is too early to talk about large-scale changes.
Also, the new line of iPhones is still undergoing testing and popularization among users. However, we can already say that IOS 12 is perfectly compatible with the iPhone XS Max.
Apple's A12 Bionic chipset knows how to efficiently use battery life, therefore, gadgets can be left uncharged throughout the day and by the evening they will still be charged by 25% -30% (and this is subject to active work).
Organized notifications
Every iPhone or iPad user is familiar with an endless list of lock screen notifications.
Chaotic text messages, news announcements, social media notifications, emails have all become extremely inconvenient for users.
It was difficult to track down really important and useful information.
Fortunately, Apple has borrowed a feature from Android, which has been noted even by many Apple users.
Now iOS 12 groups your notifications. Everything is neatly organized in separate tabs that appear on the screen depending on the type of notification or application.
This greatly improves the iOS experience and allows you to quickly access each category of notifications based on their importance and need.
You can choose which notifications you want to turn off to show on the lock screen, so you don't end up with a ton of unnecessary messages throughout the day. When you receive the notification, swipe left and tap Manage. This allows them to be deactivated. Alternatively, you can click on the "Quiet" button and the notification will appear in "Notification Center" instead of on the locked screen.
Do Not Disturb has been updated
When Apple first introduced Do Not Disturb, it didn't include any customization options other than the ability to turn it on and off.
With iOS 12, it is now possible to set specific time frames for automatically turning on and off without having to do it manually.
Another interesting feature is the Do Not Disturb feature during sleep. You can configure its operation in such a way that no pop-up notifications will appear on the phone screen at night.
Also, calls will be disconnected. A great feature for those who cannot sleep due to the habit of constantly checking all notifications.
Every evening at 10 o'clock the smartphone display goes out, remains quiet all night until 7 in the morning.
After automatically turning off the Do Not Disturb mode, the greeting “Good morning” appears on the screen.
Also, the gadget will show the latest weather data and turn on the alarm that you set in advance. A simple and convenient solution to organize your sleep and start the day.
Screen time
The need of users for constant use is becoming more tangible every year.
Now there is an improved tab in IOS 12 settings Screen time.
It allows you to see the hours of activity of your phone and set time limits for each application separately.
Many users were surprised to see statistics on the use of their gadgets. In the settings, you can even see how many times per hour you pick up your smartphone.
If, based on the results of the report, you realize that you work with the phone too often, you can enable restrictions for the installed software. This will help you organize your time more efficiently.
The next time you try to turn on the app, your smartphone will remind you that there is a limitation.
Also, at any time you can turn off all locks without having to go back to the settings window.
In chapter Screen time there is a function "Downtime". It allows you to schedule a period of time when notifications are completely disabled, which is similar to the Do Not Disturb principle. The idea is to make sure that nothing distracts you from your work.
New "smart"Siri
Made even more useful and smarter in iOS 12. With shortcut support, Siri is able to complete more complex tasks much faster.
Commands can be recorded through the new Shortcuts application.
The developers are currently testing this feature, so users can only assign a limited number of tasks.
Also, with the help of Siri, you can easily turn on the maps and find the path you need.
One of the best Siri updates, according to users - these are tooltips and suggestions.
Since everyone uses search engines on a daily basis, Siri's hints will help you find the information you need even faster.
If you are texting with a friend in the messenger, Siri may offer to send one of the answers to the letter or write to the person with whom you often communicate.
The assistant in the background analyzes the time of correspondence and will allow you to never forget that you need to contact the interlocutor. There is also a function of reminding about unread messages.
When making plans for spending time through, Siri suggests adding a new event to your calendar.
These buttons appear on the screen automatically, and you can hide them at any time.
New application design and interesting software
Apple has unveiled a new app called Measure, a software that uses ARKit 2.0 to determine the distance between objects and spaces in the real world using a phone camera.
This is one of those applications that you will rarely use and only for certain tasks, but that does not negate its usefulness.
The Photos app has also received several updates. With the new For You tab, all photos are organized according to shooting locations.
Whether it's a concert in your city or a trip to another country, photos are automatically added to a separate album.
Also, the developers have improved the search. With it, you can find specific places that you photographed.
The Stocks app has improved a lot. It now has a built-in client for Apple News.
This application will be useful for those interested in finance, design and IT.
You will be able to check the value of shares of popular companies while watching the news of the day.
The Voice Memo app has also received a new look that makes it more modern.
In the new version, the record button is at the bottom, and the previous notes are located at the top of the screen, which makes navigation more convenient and intuitive. You can also scroll through the data so that the recorder is full screen. You can quickly trim a note using the playback area.
1. Taking pictures without using the touch screen
Just call Siri with a long touch on the Home button and ask to turn on the camera. To take a photo, press any volume button on your smartphone or headphones.
2. Emergency reboot
In those rare cases when the iPhone freezes or needs to free up the device's RAM, an emergency reboot will help. Just hold down the Home button and the Lock button for 10 seconds.
3. Triple press the Home button
Go to the item "Accessibility" in the main settings of the iPhone. Scroll down to the Shortcut Keys tab - you will see a list of functions. Triple-tapping the Home button launches VoiceOver, color invert (useful for reading), some display settings, screen zoom, and Switch Control or AssistiveTouch.
To turn on the magnifier by triple-pressing the Home button, simply select the appropriate item in “Accessibility”.
4. Double tap on the Home button sensor
Perhaps all iPhone users know that double-clicking on the mechanical Home button opens the application selection window. But not everyone is aware that a double tap on the button sensor slightly "lowers" the screen, allowing owners of large smartphones to easily reach the top icons.
5. Using 3D Touch
If you have an iPhone 6s or newer, using 3D Touch can make your life easier and save time. This technology will speed up movement between applications, make typing more convenient and.
6. Reassigning the volume buttons
The iPhone has two volume settings: one for calls and notifications, and one for music and apps. Turning off the “Change with buttons” toggle switch in the sound settings will fix the ringer volume in the current position and transfer control of music and applications exclusively to the side buttons.
Work with text
7. Undo the last action
Just shake your smartphone, and iOS will offer to undo the last action, be it typing, pasting, or, conversely, deleting text.
8. Fast domain entry
In cases where the keyboard prompts you to quickly enter the ..com domain, hold your finger on this button. You will see a list of popular domains, where you can quickly switch to the coveted.ru.
9. Removing the microphone icon from the keyboard
The microphone icon between the space bar and the language change button is intended for voice text input. You can remove the icon by moving the "Enable dictation" slider to the inactive position in the keyboard settings.
10. Listening to the text
iOS supports Screen Aloud feature. To enable it, activate the slider in the speech settings: "Settings" → "General" → "Universal access". To have iPhone speak on the screen, swipe down with two fingers in any app.
Security
11. Create a letter password to unlock
If you don't trust four- or six-digit passwords and don't like Touch ID technology, you can set a long one.
Go to the passcode settings and select "Change passcode". The system will ask you to enter the old combination first, and then the new one. On the screen for entering a new password, click on "Passcode options" and select an acceptable option.
12. Improving the accuracy of Touch ID
To help iPhone recognize you more confidently and quickly, create multiple fingerprints of the same finger.
13. Create hidden photos
If you take photos in the standard camera application, they will be saved in the media library. To protect a photo with a password, you need to use a trick. Disable photo export and set a password in the Notes app settings. To take a secret photo, go to create a new note and tap on the camera icon. After the photo is taken, click on "Export" and select "Lock Note".
14. Guided Access
We often give the smartphone into the wrong hands “pass the level in the game”, “read an article” or “watch a video on YouTube”. If you don't trust whoever will use your iPhone, turn on guided access in the settings: "General" → "Accessibility" → "Guided access".
When handing over the iPhone to someone, press the Home button three times to enable guide access, and the person will only be able to use the open application.
Siri
15. "Whose iPhone is this?"
If you find a lost iPhone, Siri can help you contact the owner without entering a password. Ask her "Whose iPhone is this?" or "Who owns this iPhone?", and a window with the name of the owner of the gadget will open in front of you.
To find your iPhone can find you in this way, go to Siri settings and in the "Data" tab, assign a contact with information about yourself.
16. Siri male voice
Not everyone knows, but our faithful electronic assistant can speak in a pleasant male voice. This option is available in Siri settings.
Calls
17. Calling the last dialed number
To repeat the last call, you do not have to go to the "Recent" tab. Click on the green handset on the screen with the keys, and the iPhone will offer to call back the last dialed number.
18. Quick access to your favorite contacts
To quickly dial important numbers, add them to the "Favorites" tab in the standard "Phone" application. Swipe right on the desktop to go to the widgets panel. Scroll down and click "Change", and then tap the plus sign next to the "Favorites" widget. Now you can call your loved ones faster and even when the screen is locked.
19. Incoming call detection in headphones
Answering calls with headphones is sometimes much easier than reaching for your phone. To find out who is calling you without taking your iPhone out of your pocket, turn on the Call Announcements toggle switch in your phone settings.
Posts
20. Deleting old messages
Deleting irrelevant messages will help to restore order in correspondence and free up precious megabytes of memory. Find the item "Leave messages" in the settings and set the required time after which messages will be deleted.
21. Saving traffic in "Messages"
In order not to waste traffic on heavy attachments, enable low quality mode in the message settings.
22. Time of sending messages
One of the non-obvious features of Messages is to view the exact time it was sent. Just swipe from the right side of the screen.
Alarm
23. Set up a call from Apple Music
The ability to set your favorite song to your alarm is not a trick, but a basic iPhone feature that many don't know about. When creating a new alarm, click on the Sound tab. Scroll the list to the very beginning, in front of the standard ringtones, find a panel with familiar names and click on "Select Song".
24. Snooze alarm
To reschedule the alarm clock at a later time, it is not necessary to look for the corresponding button on the screen. Press any side button and iPhone will wake you up again in nine minutes.
This interval was not chosen by chance: old mechanical alarm clocks could not count exactly 600 seconds. They did not take into account the current minute and began counting already nine minutes from the next.
Safari
25. Search by word on page
Enter the desired word in the address bar. In the drop-down menu under the search engine suggestions, select "On this page."
26. Recently closed tabs
Go to the screen showing previews of open pages and hold your finger on the "+" button. You will see a list of recently closed tabs. This is useful if you accidentally closed a page that was open for a long time that is difficult to find in your browser history.
27. Convert Safari Page to PDF File
28. Opening links in the background
Other basic applications and services
29. Spotlight as a converter
Swiping down on any iPhone screen opens Spotlight. Its use significantly reduces the time spent searching for something in a smartphone. Spotlight produces results from many applications: it can help you find the right episode of a podcast, a post by keyword, or a person on Twitter. Also, a standard search engine can act as a converter. Just enter the request "1 usd" or "15 inches per cm".
30. Convert slow motion video to normal video
If you've played around with the slow motion function and accidentally shot in slow motion what would have looked better with natural speed, it is easy to bring the video to the original tempo without additional applications. Open the video editing section and adjust the values on the speed bar. This strip is located above the timing field where we usually cut the rollers.
31. Level
The compass in the base of applications is practically useless in the city. But if you swipe the screen to the left, you can get a level - an indispensable device for repair and installation.
32. Apple Music Storage Optimization
Turn on the storage optimization feature in your music settings, and iPhone will automatically delete songs you rarely listen to. This will happen only when the device memory runs out.
To set the minimum amount of music that will not be deleted from the iPhone, you can set the storage size.
33. Geolocation reminders
App Store task managers offer a ton of features, but standard Reminders can do a lot. For example, the basic app might remind you to buy milk not only at 3:00 pm, but also when you visit a store. To enable this function, select "Remind me at my place" and find the required geolocation in the task settings.
Battery
34. Enabling power saving mode
If the iPhone has more than 20% charge left, but it is still very far to the nearest outlet, it makes sense to switch to power saving mode. To enable the mode, simply ask Siri about it or find the corresponding item in the battery settings. In these settings, you can also find a list of the most energy-consuming applications and close them in a timely manner.
35. Silent charging connection
Vibration when connecting the charger to an iPhone can be avoided by opening the Camera app before connecting the Lightning cable. The device will start charging, and your sensitive sleeping relatives will not be woken up by a sudden sound.
Beautiful welcome weather widgets were just shown at the presentation, but they do not work for everyone. And it's all to blame for the geolocation settings and the inactive "Go to sleep" function.
To enable these weather widgets, go to Settings → Privacy → Location Services → Weather and allow access to your location at all times. Also, in the "Settings" → "Do not disturb" section, you need to turn on the "Scheduled" and "Go to sleep" toggle switch.
Now, in the morning, when you pick up your iPhone, it will wish you good morning and show you the weather forecast.
2. "Do not disturb" mode by geolocation
Another obscure geolocation-related feature is the ability to use location as a trigger to turn off Do Not Disturb.
With a strong press on the crescent icon, you can now call the extended menu, where there is an item "Until I leave this location." This option will be very useful for enabling Do Not Disturb during a meeting or in a public place such as a movie theater.
3. Trackpad mode on devices without 3D Touch
Even some owners of iPhone 6s and newer gadgets, not to mention devices without 3D Touch support, were not aware of the possibility of moving the cursor using swipes on the keyboard.
4. Second person in Face ID
The very useful "Alternate Appearance" feature will now allow you to add another person's face to Face ID. Such an opportunity is useful for spouses and anyone who wants to give a trusted person access to their iPhone.
To use the feature, open Settings → Face ID & Passcode → Alternate Appearance and follow the setup wizard prompts.
5. Support for third-party password managers
Previously, password autocomplete in Safari and other apps only worked for passwords from iCloud Keychain. In iOS 12, this feature is also supported by third-party password managers.
You can turn on autocomplete for 1Password or LastPass by going to Settings → Passwords & Accounts → AutoFill Passwords and selecting the app you want from the list. If the "Password Autofill" toggle switch is disabled, you will have to enable it first.
6. Transfer passwords via AirDrop
Another password-related feature that many people don't even know about. In iOS 12, they can be AirDroped to nearby devices. The only condition is that both devices must be running iOS 12 or macOS.
7. Search songs in Apple Music by text
If you don't remember the name of the song, it doesn't matter. In Apple Music on iOS 12, you can find your favorite track not only by the title, but also by the phrase from the verse or chorus.
Just enter a few words from the song into the standard search field and select the appropriate result from the search results. At the moment, however, this function does not work very correctly and does not find many well-known hits.
8. Favicons of Safari tabs
More recently, favicons have appeared in Safari on macOS, and the feature is already available on Apple's mobile OS. Website icons are disabled by default. To make them appear on tabs, you first have to go to "Settings" → Safari and turn on the "Show icons in tabs" toggle switch.
9. "Live-listening" function
One of the accessibility features "Live Listening", which appeared in iOS 12, will be useful not only for people with hearing problems, but also for everyone who wants to stay connected with the world around them while listening to music.
It uses the iPhone's microphone and broadcasts audio from it to AirPods or other compatible headphones. In this case, the volume can be adjusted by adding to the mix. To enable the feature, open Settings → Control Center → Customize Items. control "and add the" Hearing "button. Next, it remains to activate it on the "Control Center" panel.
10. iOS automatic update
By default, the automatic system update feature is disabled, so you can easily overlook it. To keep your iPhone always up to date, it is recommended to turn it on.
To do this, open “Settings” → “General” → “Software update” → “Auto update” and turn on the toggle switch of the same name. IOS will now download and install updates on its own when connected to a charger and Wi-Fi.
Apple has finally given us the features we've been waiting for for nearly a decade. Consolidated notifications? There is. More Do Not Disturb Options? Of course. FaceTime conferences? Yes, but a little later. In addition, iOS 12 will significantly improve device performance. The update contains a huge number of little things that make it very convenient.
1. Improved performance old devices
Apple has worked hard to bring the new iOS 12 features to all smartphones that support iOS 11. Including the iPhone 5s! This time around, the company has really improved the performance of the devices. On iPhone 6, apps launch 40% faster, the keyboard opens 50% faster, and the camera opens 70%.
2. Tab "For you" in Photos
The new tab is a cozy spot for your memories, shared albums, and Siri recommendations. Here you will also find recommended effects, other people's photos with you, etc.
Now, when you enter the first letters in the search, the Photos app will immediately offer you an option for categories, events, people, places and dates.
5. Search by places and events
You can find photos by the locations where they were taken. General definitions will also work. Event search has also appeared. What's more, search now supports multiple keywords.
6. Support formatRAW
Now you can import and manage RAW photos right on your iPhone or iPad. If you have an iPad Pro, you can even edit them.
7. Improved import in Camera
Camera import is faster, and a new large preview mode is supported.
8. New types of media files in Photos
Want to find a separate album with screenshots or portraits? There is now a whole new section under the Albums tab with different types of media files.
9. Share photographs acrossiCloud
ICloud users can now generate links to multiple photos or an entire album and then share them via Messages.
10. Superior portrait light
Portrait lighting is improved in iOS 12. The Camera app now applies a mask to a person's face, which recognizes and then separates the person from the background. Previously, the mode did a poor job on the edges of faces, but now everything is better.
11. BacklightQR-codes
When the Camera app recognizes the QR code, it will be highlighted and easier to scan.
12. Segmentation portraits
New APIs for third-party developers allow you to split photos into layers. For example, the background can be separated from the foreground.
13. NewAnimoji
Four new Animoji characters have been added: ghost, koala, tiger, and dinosaur.
14. Language recognition inAnimoji
Now you can stick out your tongue and the Animoji character will repeat after you. Blink recognition has also appeared.
15. Memoji
You can create your own Animoji characters. If you've ever used Bitmoji, then you know what I'm talking about. You can create an animated version of yourself by choosing skin tone, eye and hair color, and more.
16. Camera effects
When you open the Camera from Messages, you will see the effects icon in the lower left corner of the screen. With it, you can add filters, stickers, Animoji or Memoji to your photos. This is a very convenient way to send funny photos and videos, especially when using Memoji.
17. More long video withAnimoji
Now you can record videos with Animoji up to 30 seconds long, up from 10 seconds.
18. IntegrationFacetimev Posts
You can now start a group FaceTime call from Messages. Users will be able to join it using the link in the message.
19. Screen Time
Screen Time provides detailed reports of how you use your device. You will find out which applications you use most often, how often you pick up your smartphone, etc. The data is synced across all your devices. In addition, you will automatically receive weekly reports.
20. Program limits and At rest
Once you know how much time you spend on different apps, you can set limits on their use. When the time runs out, you will receive a notification and you will not be able to continue using the app. You can ignore the notification to get additional time.
Alone is an incredibly handy feature. When you set a schedule for it, it will automatically shield you from almost all applications on your smartphone. Only important applications like Phone will work. This is a great way to get rid of the habit of using your smartphone for a long time before bed.
21. Parental Control + Program Limits
Program limits are integrated with parental controls so that parents can set restrictions on their child's device through their device. You can set the total available time and time for individual application categories. Alternatively, you can place restrictions on adult content.
22. Do not disturb at night
When do not disturb mode is active at night, the screen will not turn on with every notification. If you touch the screen, a dimmed lock screen appears. In the morning, notifications will be hidden until you pick up the device.
23. Do not disturb icon in Control Center
You can now tap on the Do Not Disturb mode icon in Control Center with to turn it on for a specified time. For example, you can turn it on only for an hour or for a meeting that is saved in Calendar.
24. Disconnection regime Not bother
In iOS 12, do not disturb mode can be turned off automatically at a set time, location, or calendar events.
25. Consolidated notifications
Apple has finally updated the notification system: now they are combined into groups not only by application, but also by correspondence and context. To view all messages in a group, you just need to touch it.
26. Configuring notifications
You can now manage app-specific notifications right from the lock screen. You can turn off notifications from a specific application, hide them from the lock screen, etc. For all this, you don't even need to go to Settings. If you haven't used an app for a long time, Siri will offer to turn off its notifications.
27. Deliver without sound
The new Deliver Silent feature displays notifications immediately in the Action Center and also makes them silent. You can activate it for any application by swiping left on the notification from it and selecting "Manage".
28. TeamsSiri
Siri commands are one of the most interesting features of iOS 12. It allows you to chain actions with a single voice command.
Siri suggestions are now system-wide. Once Siri has memorized your habits, your personal assistant will recommend the right things to you at the right time. Recommendations will appear on the lock screen and in search.
30. New Teams appSiri
Apple has integrated the Workflow app with iOS and it's now called Teams. The interface has remained much the same as before. You can create commands that can perform multiple actions. You can come up with a command and then activate it, and Siri will do whatever it takes.
31. Section « Commands» v settingsSiri
A separate section for Commands has appeared in the Siri and Search settings section, where you can create commands for actions. Thus, you can write a message to someone, open a specific site in Safari, etc. The best thing is that you can save your phrase, which Siri will recognize and understand.
32. Add vSiri
Siri can execute commands in third-party apps thanks to the new SiriKit API. With the "Add to Siri" button, you can use some of the functions of third-party applications through Siri. In addition, actions can be activated through any device, including the HomePod.
33. Superior translation
Siri translator now supports over 40 languages. Previously, only a few were available.
34. New knowledgeSiri
Siri has become better at understanding many things. Now your personal assistant will be able to answer questions about anything, including motorsport. You can find photo memories and passwords through Siri. You can also find out statistics and results of sports matches and fights.
35. Checking the facts
You can check facts about celebrities, such as where they were born. You can also ask questions about food, including calories.
36. A more natural voice
37. New VoiceSiri when translating text to speech
38. New the phraseSiri
Siri now understands the following phrases: “where is my phone”, “where is my watch”, “turn on the flashlight” and “turn off the flashlight”.
39. 2.0
The new version of the ARKit platform is better at recognizing volumetric objects, better tracking faces, displaying reflections, etc.
40. MultiplayerAR
Now one augmented reality can be viewed by several users at once from different devices. You will be able to play games with augmented reality in multiplayer mode.
41. New format augmented reality
Apple has made it easier to create 3D objects in augmented reality. The company has created a new format, USDZ, which makes it easy to view objects in augmented reality. The format is easy to share via Mail, Messages, and even through a browser.
42. Conservation
Developers will now be able to add save and reload to augmented reality games.
43. Object detection
New tools have been added to detect and track moving objects.
44. AR Quick Look
AR Quick Look extends augmented reality to the entire iOS system, allowing you to view and share virtual objects in News, Safar, and Files apps through Messages.
45. New Roulette application
In the new Roulette app, you can measure the size of objects using augmented reality in the camera. You just need to point the camera at an object, and the smartphone itself will detect its edges and measure the distance.
You can also save, edit and share screenshots with measurements.
46. ConferencesFacetime
The FaceTime platform has finally been updated. It has a new design and support for conferences, in which up to 32 users can participate simultaneously. This feature will be available later this fall.
47. Apple Cards
In iOS 12, the Maps app has been updated. It now more accurately displays trees, pools, buildings, sidewalks and other elements. The display of traffic, real-time congestion status, road works, etc. has been improved. Map updates only apply to Northern California. In the future, they will be released for other US states.
48. Improved Tracking Prohibition
IOS now prevents websites from tracking your activities without your consent. Safari also prevents advertisers from collecting data about your device.
49. Blocking ads
Apple continues to protect its users from targeted ads. iOS 12 does not allow websites to recognize unique data about your device.
50. Improved password management
iOS will offer stronger and more unique passwords and will not allow the same passwords.
51. Old passwords
Old passwords are now stored in Settings.
52. Share passwords easily
Now you can easily share passwords with nearby devices. Share between iOS and Mac devices, as well as iOS and Apple TV. Passwords are transferred securely via AirDrop. The information appears in the iCloud Keychain on the recipient's device.
53. Autocomplete passwords
Developers of third-party applications can add password auto-complete to them, which will work without various extensions and switching between applications.
54. Autocomplete codes
This feature will be especially useful for users with two-factor authentication. Now iOS automatically enters one-time passwords and codes received in SMS. You don't even have to copy or remember anything.
55. Siri and passwords
Siri supports password management.
56. AppendixApple Books
The iBooks app has been renamed and redesigned. Now the main section is the section with the books you are currently reading. The design of the bookstore and audiobooks has also been redesigned. He became like.
57. "I am reading now"
The Reading Now section will help you easily get back to the book you are reading and also find great recommendations.
58. "I want to read"
59. Book shop
It's easy to find interesting new books in the store and browse the most popular books, as well as recommendations just for you.
60. Audiobooks Store
The new audiobook store makes it easy to find engaging stories from your favorite authors. You can also find audiobooks voiced by your favorite actors and celebrities.
61. Search songs by lyrics
Now in the Music application you can find songs by their lyrics.
62. New page with performers
The page with performers is now easier to view. You can open all songs of one artist.
63. ButtonPlayfor performers
Now there is a Play button on the artist page, by clicking on which you will play a random song by this artist.
64. Songs of Friends
You can listen to a playlist with songs of your friends, which will be updated periodically.
65. Top 100 Songs
A playlist is available with the top 100 songs of the day in your country and around the world.
66. AppendixApplenews
It has become easier and more convenient to view news in a special application.
67. New lateral menu oniPad
The News app has a new sidebar for navigation on iPad.
68. Application Promotions
The Promotions app has been redesigned to provide more information on the state of the market. Interactive graphics have also been added. You can view the latest business news directly in Promotions.
69. Shares oniPad
The Promotions app has been added to the iPad as well. It also has a side menu with the most important information.
70. Voice recorder
The design of the Dictaphone application has also been updated, which is also available on the iPad. The interface for editing audio recordings has also been changed.
71. Automatic deletion of records
Now deleted records in Dictaphone do not disappear immediately, but are sent to the Recently Deleted folder, as in Photos. Entries can be deleted after 7 days, 30 days, or instantly.
72. SynchronizationiCloud
iCloud syncs your audio recordings across all iOS devices.
73. New Voice Recorder settings
New options have been added to the Dictaphone section in Settings. You can choose the audio compression quality, change the default names, etc.
74. Improved supportiPad
Voice Recorder is now available on iPad in both portrait and landscape mode.
75. Chapters in Podcasts
You can view the chapters of the podcasts you are listening to. By clicking on a chapter, you can go directly to it.
76. Rewind setting
You can now select a rewind interval from 10 to 60 seconds in Podcasts.
77. Headphone support
Podcasts can be rewound via headphones or in the car.
78. "I'm listening now"
You can manage notifications of new releases in the Listening Now section.
79. Auto-update
In the Firmware update section, a new Auto-update option has been added, which is disabled by default.
80. Special Alerts
There is a new type of alerts with important information, like reports from your doctors. They will even come with Do Not Disturb mode.
81. Simple closing of applications oniPhone X
In iOS 11, it took a long time and was inconvenient to close applications, but now the process has been simplified. You just need to open the app switcher and swipe the app up.
82. TabsSafarioniPhone X
Safari now displays tabs in horizontal mode just like on a computer.
83. GesturesiPhone XoniPad
Swiping down from the top-right corner of the iPad screen will open Control Center. Swiping over the dock will open the home screen. The gestures are slightly different from those on the iPhone X, but still seem familiar. To switch between recent apps, simply swipe left and right along the bottom of the screen.
84. Scan IconQR-codes
There is a new icon in Control Center that opens the Camera and scans the QR code.
85. Site icons inSafari
Now in the Safari preferences you can enable the display of site icons in tabs.
86. Battery Statistics
In the Battery section in Settings, graphs with statistics are now displayed. In the graph, you can view the charge level and energy usage over time. You can view data for the last 10 days. In addition, you can interact with graphs. Click on an item to view detailed information for a given time period.
87. Support two personsFace id
In iOS 12, Apple added the ability to register a second person. This feature is intended for cases when Face ID does not recognize you with glasses or a beard. However, the function can also be used to add a completely different face.
88. Swipe up to retryFace ID
In iOS 12, you don't have to wait for another Face ID authentication attempt after a failed one, just swipe up.
89. New widget with music
The music widget on the lock screen and in the Notification Center is now dark.
90. New Trophies in the Activity app
The Achievements section in the Activity app has been completely revamped.
91. More flowers v instrumentsMarkup
Markup tools for editing screenshots and images now support a wide range of different colors instead of 6 colors.
92. Virtual trackpad at alliPhone andiPad
In iOS 12, the 3D Touch virtual trackpad appeared on all models, even without technology support. Just hold down the spacebar to turn your keyboard into a trackpad.
93. Hidden weather widget
If you are using Do Not Disturb at Night, you can get access to a new weather widget that appears in the morning.
94. New Dictionary
New available options in English have appeared in dictionaries.
95. Application notificationsTV
Get notifications for new movies and TV shows in the TV app.
96. The ability to share
Now you can share your favorite movies, TV shows and sporting events with universal links.
97. Air quality index
The Weather app now displays Air Quality Index, but not for all cities.
98. Restrictions connectivity acrossUSB
iOS 12 contains a new security feature that requires a password to grant access when connected via USB if the device has been inactive for over an hour.
99. AirPods Live Listen
IOS 12 has a new accessibility feature with a lot of potential. It creates an audio bridge between your iPhone's microphone and AirPods. The function should help users with hearing impairments, but it can be used for other purposes as well.
100. Convenient access
If you are using this feature, you can now swipe up to exit Easy Access mode.
101. New dictionaries
IOS 12 introduces three new dictionaries.
102. Third-party applications inCarPlay
Now you can use third-party navigation applications in CarPlay, such as: Google Maps, Waze, etc.
