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Key Features of macOS Sequoia
iPhone Mirroring
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The new iPhone Mirroring feature in macOS Sequoia simplifies the interaction between your iPhone and Mac. You can now view and control your iPhone directly from your Mac, including accessing app icons and custom wallpapers as if you were using your iPhone. This feature allows you to swipe through your Home Screen, open and explore apps, and handle notifications without unlocking your iPhone. iPhone Mirroring integrates seamlessly with StandBy, so you can keep track of your iPhone information while using this feature.
Enhanced Safari Experience
Safari continues to lead as one of the fastest web browsers with macOS Sequoia. The new Highlights feature uses machine learning to automatically present directions, article summaries, and links to more information about people, music, movies, and TV shows. The updated Reader feature offers a more streamlined view, while the new Viewer emphasizes videos and includes enhanced playback controls. Additionally, the Distraction Control feature helps you manage webpage elements that might disrupt your browsing.
Improved Window Management
macOS Sequoia makes organizing windows easier with new tiling options. By dragging a window to the edge of your screen, macOS Sequoia suggests a tile position where you can drop it into place. This allows for quick arrangement of tiles side by side or in corners, with new keyboard and menu shortcuts for even faster organization.
New Passwords App
The newly introduced Passwords app provides a centralized location for managing passwords, passkeys, Wi-Fi passwords, and other credentials. Featuring robust end-to-end encryption, the app integrates smoothly with Safari and syncs across all Apple devices and Windows through the iCloud for Windows app.
Upgraded Video Conferencing
For video calls through FaceTime or other apps like Webex, macOS Sequoia offers enhanced background options. Users can choose from a range of color gradients or scenic images, or upload their own photos. The new presenter preview feature allows you to review what you’re about to share before it’s visible to others.
Introducing Apple Intelligence
Coming next month, Apple Intelligence will enhance macOS Sequoia by offering advanced, contextually relevant intelligence while safeguarding user privacy. Available on Macs with M-series chips, it will leverage Apple silicon and Neural Engine capabilities to improve language and image understanding, streamline tasks, and integrate seamlessly with Siri. Apple Intelligence will also introduce Private Cloud Compute for additional privacy.
Additional Enhancements
Messages
macOS Sequoia allows users to schedule messages for later and includes new text effects that animate words and emojis. You can also respond to messages with any emoji or sticker.
Notes
The Notes app now supports audio recording with live transcription, making it easier to capture and summarize important details. Math Notes has been added to solve math problems instantly within the app.
Maps
The Maps app now features detailed topographic maps and thousands of hiking trails across U.S. national parks. Custom walking and hiking routes can be created with just a few clicks.
Conclusion
macOS Sequoia brings a wealth of new features and improvements to enhance your Mac experience. With innovations in connectivity, browsing, window management, and security, it represents a significant upgrade that Apple users will appreciate.
FAQ
macOS stands for "Mac Operating System," which is Apple's operating system designed for its Mac computers.
macOS Sequoia is the latest version of Apple's desktop operating system, featuring new functionalities like iPhone Mirroring, an updated Safari browser, and improved privacy with Apple Intelligence.
macOS Sequoia will be available for various Mac models, particularly those with M-series chips. Specific compatibility details can be checked on Apple's website.
To upgrade to macOS Sequoia, go to the Apple menu, select "System Preferences," and choose "Software Update." Follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the latest version.
While 8GB of RAM meets the minimum requirements for macOS Sequoia, for optimal performance, especially with advanced features like Apple Intelligence, more RAM may be beneficial.
