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2Improved Design for Productivity
One of the big changes to the software design in Yosemite is its translucence. Apple said the Dock will now be partially transparent and squared off to allow for more use of screen real estate. In addition, the Finder windows will be translucent so users can now see more easily what’s behind a particular folder or application window. It might not seem like much, but Apple said the new Yosemite design will vastly improve productivity.
3iOS Lovers Will Love the Full Phone Integration
iOS lovers will be extremely pleased with the integration of calling in Yosemite. The feature will allow users who have an iPhone within proximity to a Mac to accept or decline a phone call from a Mac. Users can also communicate with the callers from their computers. All in all, it’s a great feature.
4It’s No Longer Just an iMessage Platform
Although current OS X users can employ the operating system to send and receive iMessages, that’s not the case with Short Message Service (SMS). In the new Yosemite, users will be able to receive and answer SMS messages, as well. That’s a big change that could dramatically alter how supposedly mobile messages are answered when users are in the office or at home.
5Full Device-to-Device Synchronization With Handoff
Handoff is a nice feature that shouldn’t be overlooked in the new Yosemite. The feature essentially allows users to end up working on an app or document on an iPhone or iPad and then pick up where they left off on a Mac. The same can be done when work is started on a Mac and continued on an iPhone or iPad. It’ll be a nice feature for enterprise users.
6Look for a Better, Faster Safari
Safari has been given an important overhaul. The app has an improved toolbar that provides more room for actual Web pages, rather than application components. In addition, Apple said the new Safari browser will do a better job of loading pages, thanks to an improved JavaScript engine and better support for Web standards.
7iCloud Drive Should Come in Handy
8Better Organization Across All Apple Products
Organization has been a real concern for OS X users. Finder’s addition of tags has been somewhat helpful, but the platform still doesn’t provide the same level of organizational opportunities as even Windows. Apple is trying to fix that with OS X by integrating iCloud Drive, as well as making it easier for users to find different apps and files and improving search to ensure the right files are found each time. From an organization perspective, Apple’s Yosemite will be a step up.
9AirDrop Will Work Cross-Platform
10Apple Improved the Notification Center
11All-New Photos Experience Coming Next Year
The Photos app will be coming to Yosemite next year to bring about the biggest change to OS X’s handling of photos in recent memory. The app will allow users to share and collaborate on photos across devices, and editing is also possible with the feature built-in.