Summary of 24 new features added in iOS 11

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Prior to the release of iPhone 8 / iPhone 8 Plus, iOS 11 was released on September 20!What kind of new features were added in iOS 11?Here, we summarize the 24 major features to know.

First, check the corresponding hardware.iOS 11 supports only 64-bit terminals, that is, iPhone 5S for iPhone 5s or later, iPad for iPad, 5th generation for iPad, any iPad Pro, iPad mini 2 or later, and 6th generation for iPods.That means that iPhone 5, iPhone 5c, and 4th generation iPad are not supported.

1) The ARKIT app is released

So..Apple Put An Awesome VR Mode in Apple Maps (Powered by Arkit) and Didn next Even Talk about in The Keynote? Wow Pic.twitter.com/2zbbbxj4nym

I've told you that the AR of iOS 11 is amazing, but it is integrated into a map app and walks around the city (Twitter video above), practicing dance, and other developers.As long as you imagine, you will be able to do various things.

Functions that everyone uses, easier to use

2) The control center is renewed

The most commonly used functions, and the easy -to -understand changes will be the control center.Not only will you add a function that can be displayed, but you will be able to customize what to display.

3) The notification center and the lock screen are integrated

The notification center and the lock screen will be closer.Swipe the lock screen from the bottom to display all the latest and missed notices.Swipe the notification to the right to open the notification source app, and swipe to the left allows you to open the contents of the notification or delete it.

4) Added mode during driving

If you drive a car with an iOS 11 device, it will automatically become "driving mode", and those who have contacted you at that time can automatically return the "driving" message.This can be turned on and off in the "Good night mode" menu.

5) Added files browsing "File" added

In iOS 10, files were seen in the iCloud Drive app, but iOS 11 makes it easier to manage files.You can check the files in the iCloud, the local files, or the third -party services like Dropbox on one interface.It's like a computer!

6) One -handed mode appears on the keyboard

The code to realize this was included from iOS for a while, but it can finally be used with iOS 11.If you press and hold the keyboard emoticon icon (where the earth has ever existed), you will see the left -handed, default, right -handed icon, and select what you want to use.When you put it back, you can choose the default keyboard as well.

7) Set of terminals at high speed

In iOS 11, a "automatic setup" option is added to the setting process, so you can set up more easily than ever.If you take another iOS 11 terminal with a camera when you get a new device, you can synchronize the device, password, iCloud setting, etc.

For the actual procedure, see the video that Macrumors tried in the beta version.

8) App store with a new design

The App Store needed an update soon, but it was finally realized with iOS 11.There is nothing new functionally, but the layout is improved and the "game" tab is different.In addition, the curated recommended apps, How to Guide, and applications are added.

The camera is more fun, beautiful, and convenient

9) Added a new filter to Live Photos

LIVE PHOTOS is also upgraded, so you can loop a mini video, repeat playback and reverse playback like Instagram's "Boomerang", or make exposed photos for a long time.

10) Scan the QR code with the camera

A big upgrade in camera is that you can scan QR code.In the iOS 11 setting app, the conventional "Photo and Camera" menu is independent as a "camera" menu, and "Scan the QR code" can be turned on.

11) The editing function of ordinary photos is also enhanced

There are several minor upgrades, such as the support of the LED flash for portrait shooting in the camera app, but the nice thing is the addition of a beautiful filter.With new filters such as "Vivid" or "Dramatic", you can easily make beautiful photos.

12) Write on a screenshot

It is a function that can be used while being a trick.If you take a screenshot on iOS 11, the thumbnail will be displayed at the bottom left of the screen.If you leave it alone, the image will be saved normally, but if you tap it here, you will be able to write a little text and lines.

13) The screen recording is possible with the iPhone alone

When you want to save the iPhone screen in a video, you have used a Mac or an app, but it will be OK only with the functions built into iOS 11.Enable the "Screen Recording" button with the customization setting of the control center and tap when you want to start recording.This saves the screen capture video in the camera roll.

The evolution of siri does not stop

14) Added DJ function and interpretation function to Siri

In iOS 11, Siri works with Apple Music and asks Siri to play the recommendation that Siri chosen without specifying the song.

He also works as an interpreter and asks, "What is the toilet in Chinese?"Only English, Chinese, Spanish, French, German, and Italian can be translated.

15) Compatible with siri and text input commands

Until now, Siri has been communicating only by voice, but it will also accept commands with letters.Go to "Settings> General> Accessibility> Siri" and turn on "Siri" to use.

Apple genuine platforms also grow

16) Apple Music becomes more social

The major change in Apple Music is not the part of the music viewing itself, but the social functions are added.Until now, I was able to save my profile image and nickname in my "account", but I didn't use it for something.But iOS 11 allows you to follow other users, share music hobbies with other people, and use SNS.

17) The map app is also catching up

The map app will display which lanes are good at the intersection, and "hundreds of indoor maps" such as airports and shopping malls around the world are added.Both are already available on Google Maps, but Apple is still working on map apps.

18) Recommended news that suits you

Apple's news app that cannot be used in Japan.There is no big update, but it will be more personalized.Siri will recommend you according to the articles you have read so far, and a newly curated "spotlight" tab will be added.

19) Message + Apple Pay remittance to friends

The Apple Pay and the message app work together to use Apple Pay in the message.If you enter the amount in the conversation, the Apple Pay Messenger application can be easily paid by popping up and following the dialog.However, Apple reports that this feature is currently limited to the United States and can be used in the fall update instead of the release.

fullness!New features of iPad + iOS 11

20) The typing of the iPad with "QuickType" is faster

A lot of new features exclusively for iPad have been added to iOS 11.For example, if you use the "QuickType" keyboard, you will not need to switch between letters, numbers, and symbols.If you flick the key below, you will be able to select characters, numbers, and symbols that can be input from it.If you want to turn this function off, it will be possible in "Settings> General> Keyboard".

21) Scan the document on the iPad, signature

In the memo app, you can use a camera to scan paper documents, crop and edit extra space.You can use Apple Pencil to sign or write comments.

22) Full of functions that you want Apple Pencil

In iOS 11, new techniques for Apple Pencil are also increasing significantly.It's easy to put comments on PDFs and screenshots, and if you want to start taking notes, just tap the lock screen with Apple Pencil.

23) Drag & drop is possible

In iOS 11, multitasking on iPad and switching apps are easier to do.Split View (split view) allows you to move text, images, and files from one app to another app.

24) Added "Dock" like Mac

The key to iOS 11 for iPad is "Dock", which can be set up and switched to the app as well as the Mac.To add something to Dock, you can drag the app or folder icon on the iPad.

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