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Apple unleashed the new iOS 11 software at the annual WWDC conference on Monday. The software will be available for iOS devices shortly. However, it was not only about the software updates, Apple even announced new products at the Worldwide Developer Conference 2017.
Apple unleashed the new iOS 11 software at the annual WWDC conference on Monday. The software will be available for iOS devices shortly. However, it was not only about the software updates, Apple even announced new products at the Worldwide Developer Conference 2017.
Let's have a look at the chief announcements:
HomePod - $349 USD
Colors - Black or White
Availability - December
The brand new product is the smart speaker with Apple Music subscription service deeply integrated into it. Also powered by Siri, the users can simply instruct their Homepod to play any song from Apple Music and control HomeKit devices like smart light bulbs or thermostats.
It also includes query support for News, Podcasts, Messages, Stocks, Sports, Weather, Reminders, Timers, Alarms and Traffic.
iPad Pro - 10.5in
Availability - June
64GB of storage - $649
512GB of storage - $949
Apple unveiled the 10.5in iPad Pro with the borders being reduced by 40% to fit the larger 10.5in display.
Also, a new version of the 12.9in iPad Pro was introduced with new screen features including True tone, ProMotion display technology (lets screens refresh at 120Hz), 600 nits brightness, HDR video support, wide color gamut and ultralow reflectivity.
The new model will also include updated features and specifications such as a better display, smoother scrolling, a faster chip and the ability to multitask between apps along with a camera similar to Apple 7.
iMac Pro - 27in - $4999 USD
Availability - December
The new model includes 128GB ECC RAM, four Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports, an 18-core Xeon processor,a 1080p FaceTime camera, a 5K display, and an all-new AMD Radeon Vega graphics GPU.
New iMacs
New versions - 21.5in (32GB RAM) and 27in iMac (64GB RAM)
Availability - June
With internal improvements including Intel Kaby Lake processors with 10-bit HEVC decode, both units also feature the best Mac displays at 500 nits, i.e. up to 43% brighter than previous models and the SSD drives are upgraded to 2TB options.
MacBook - 12in
Availability - June
Intel Kaby Lake processors and SSDs are up to 50 percent faster.
MacBook Pro - 15in
Availability - June
Faster standard graphics along with 50 percent faster Intel Kaby Lake processors and SSDs.
MacBook Air
Fifth-generation Intel Core i5 and i7 processors with Intel HD Graphics 6000 packed inside the new model.
ARKit software
It can display virtual objects in the real world as the software will allow apps place items into a physical space with the use of your phone's camera.
iOS 11
Availability - Fall
The new operating system for phones and tablets is getting updated with a new and improved control center, improved Siri, a redesigned App Store, and a Files app for managing your documents.
The new system can detect when you're driving and shut off your notifications with a "Do Not Disturb While Driving" mode.
Amazon Prime Video
Availibility - this year
You can watch Amazon's shows and movies on Apple TV.
Apple Pay
Send and receive money from your friends with Apple Pay similar to the money transfer app Venmo. It can also support peer-to-peer payments with the feature directly integrated into iMessage, so users can send money directly within a conversation with a friend. After the transfer, the money will go into an Apple Pay cash card which can be sent to friends, family or even be transferred directly into your bank.
WatchOS 4
With three new watch faces, improved fitness tracking, more workouts and better Siri integration, WatchOS has also an improved flashlight, and can pair up with your gym equipment.
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