Apple recently unveiled its latest mobile operating system for iPhones and iPads
called iOS 7.
The operating system has a brand new look and several new features,
but Apple didn't have time to go over all the changes during its big
presentation last week.
So what
didn't Apple tell us about iOS 7? We've been using
the beta version of the software for a few days now and uncovered a few
lesser-known features.
Here's what you can look forward to.
1. Apple
is experimenting with an easier way to move back a screen in apps. There have been signs that you'll be able to use a swiping gesture
instead of tapping a "back" button.
2. When
you set the timer in the clock app, the countdown appears on your lock
screen. It'll also show how much time you have left on your alarm if you
hit the snooze.
3. The
App Store now has a wish list. This is perfect for situations when you
don't want to purchase an app right away but want to remember it.
4. The
iCloud keychain was mentioned briefly during Apple's keynote. The
feature stores and encrypts your passwords and credit card information.
iCloud keychains then syncs this data across all your devices. You'll
never forget a password again.
5. Passbook,
which stores virtual coupons and tickets, has been improved
drastically. Now users can add cards to the app by scanning a QR code.
6. When shooting a video, you can now pinch to zoom.
7. Apple has added more accessibility features, making it easier to navigate the software. Now you can make text easier to read.
8. Wallpapers
are now dynamic. This means you can set a panoramic photo as a
background and move the device to see the whole picture.
9. iOS 7's icons subtly move too. If the motion is too much, you can turn it off in the settings menu.
10. When dialing a number, users can see their background as they press numbers.
11. Text
messages now pull in links to phone numbers and calendar events. For
example, if you text someone to "meet me at a bar tomorrow," the date
will be underlined and linked so you can add it to your calendar.
12. iOS
7 uses a new type of multitasking, which allows apps to run in the
background. You can control which apps you want to run in the background
in the settings menu.
13. There
are rumors that Apple will allow users to hide its built-in apps in
case you don't want them cluttering up your home screen.
14. There are also rumors that users will be able to create a folder within a folder.
15. Some new gestures include the ability to pinch closed a folder and support for corner-swiping.
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