Apple iOS 8 at WWDC 2014 (pictures)
At WWDC today, Apple introduced the latest version of its mobile operating system, iOS 8, which features an interactive notifications menu and new photo-editing tools.
Apple's Federighi unveils iOS 8
Updates to notifications menu
Introduced with iOS 7, Apple's pull-down notifications menu has become even more expansive and interactive.
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Interact directly with an app
Users can now execute limited app actions directly through the notifications menu. Here, a user replies to a text message.
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Better viewing of Safari app
With iOS 8, the Safari Web browser app now has a broader "bird's-eye view" for tabs and private browsing.
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Fast access to Favorite contacts
In addition to recent apps, double-tapping the physical home key will also call up a user's favorite contacts.
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Spotlight search now suggests
The Spotlight search tool also has more functionality. Now you can search for iTunes apps, music, and movies that aren't included in your personal library.
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Curious about Point Reyes?
Points of interests are also searchable through Spotlight, which calls up directions and Wiki entries.
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Predictive text with QuickType
QuickType is a new feature in iOS 8 that displays suggested words for messaging.
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Your answers anticipated beforehand
Predictive text also anticipates a user's reply to another person's text.
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Expanded options with group messaging
Updated group messaging features include naming a thread, turning off notifications (Do Not Disturb) for particular threads, and adding and removing users.
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Nike stats about your fitness
The interface for the Nike+ Rundown app.
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Parental controls for apps
iOS 8 introduces a few parental controls for the iTunes store. One includes asking for permission from a parent for app purchases.
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Additional features
Other minor addutions included in iOS are 24 new dictation languages, auto night mode for iBooks, FaceTime call waiting, and an ICE card.
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Available on certain devices
A beta version of iOS 8 is available to developers today, but it will arrive to users in the fall on select devices.
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