WWDC 2023: The Main Announcements
The event was jam-packed with a myriad of product announcements and updates: iOS 17: Key updates include live transcriptions of calls, FaceTime messages, and a slew of upgrades to the Messages app, such as search filters, swipe to reply, and an updated design. Additional features include improved autocorrect, a new Journal app, Standby mode for iPhones, a revamp of the Hey Siri command, and updates to AirDrop. iPadOS 17: Updates here include the addition of widgets and new lock screens, a health app, expanded PDF support in the Notes app, and many features of iOS 17 being brought over to iPadOS 17. Live Activities on the lock screen are another noteworthy addition, allowing users to track scores, deliveries, and multiple timers. macOS 14 Sonoma: This update brings a host of enhancements, including the ability to place widgets on the desktop, a game mode that prioritizes game performance, and a toolkit for porting games from other platforms. The conferencing and presenter overlay ...