iOS 6 Introduction: 10 Features Sure to Keep Apple Customers Happy
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NEWS ANALYSIS: Apple unveiled iOS 6 on June 11, the start of its annual World Wide Developers Conference. With its 200+ new features, the latest edition Apple’s mobile operating system is sure to keep current and future users of the company’s products happy for years to come.
Apple on June 11 held its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) keynote, unveiling everything from new features in Mac OS X Mountain Lion to an all-new MacBook Pro featuring a Retina display. The events announcements followed a host of rumors about what might come out of the show, many of which didnt receive a mention during the keynotes. It also delivered a few surprises that caused even anti-Apple folks out there to get excited by what they saw.
Perhaps the most exciting announcement was about the new features in iOS 6. Its easy to see why folks might be happy when they check out all of the latest features, which total about 200 in Apples iOS 6. The operating system, which was shown off by Apple senior vice president for iOS software Scott Forstall, is arguably one of the strongest improvements to the mobile platform in years. The many new features it delivers will ensure that customers will happily stick with Apple mobile products for years to come.
Read on to find out what will make Apples iOS 6 a market favorite, not with current Apple fans, but with people who will choose to buy and use Apple in the years ahead.
1. The all-new Maps application
Apple made the surprising decision in iOS 6 to ditch Google Maps and replace it with its own Maps application. The offering includes a host of fine features, including turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic information, and a flyover tool that includes detailed visuals. It lacks StreetView, since Google isnt powering Maps, but those who dont mind that loss will find a lot to like in Maps.
2. A new-and-improved Siri
Siri is still in beta, which means its a work in progress, but Apple plans to make serious improvements to it in iOS 6. According to Apple, the platform will now work with sports scores, will find restaurant reviews and tell users where the latest movies are playing. Best of all, itll finally work with Apples new iPad, allowing it to move beyond the iPhone.
3. Facebook, finally
With the launch of iOS 5, Apple integrated Twitter across the operating system. This time around, the company has inked a deal with Facebook that will deliver much of the same integration features. In addition, Apple says that Facebook will work within iTunes, allowing users to like a song from the operating system.
4. FaceTime on cellular
One of the biggest complaints iOS users had about Apples FaceTime was that it was only available on WiFi networks. With iOS 6, however, Apple says that FaceTime will make its way to cellular networks. Its not clear how well the quality will hold up over cellular networks, but just having the option is welcome.
