Apple’s newest updates for iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia are set to revolutionize how your iPhone and Mac work together. These cutting-edge features will transform your daily tech interactions, making your devices more interconnected than ever before.
iPhone Mirroring - Control your iPhone from your Mac
iPhone Mirroring is the standout feature that’s about to change everything. You can now seamlessly control your iPhone directly from your Mac, bridging the gap between devices like never before.
- Access your iPhone’s interface through the new iPhone Mirroring app on your Mac
- Effortlessly navigate your iPhone’s Home Screen, launch apps, and interact with them wirelessly
- Utilize StandBy mode to access apps and notifications while your iPhone displays glanceable information
- Navigate your iPhone using two-finger gestures on your Mac’s trackpad
- Upcoming feature: Seamlessly transfer files between your Mac and iPhone with drag-and-drop functionality
Notifications synced across devices
Stay on top of your notifications, regardless of which device you’re using:
- View and interact with iPhone notifications directly on your Mac’s desktop and in Notification Center
- Quickly respond or launch the full app using iPhone Mirroring for a seamless experience
Siri’s enhanced cross-device intelligence
Siri has received a significant upgrade, offering improved functionality across your Apple devices:
- Siri now comprehends your personal context from various sources like emails, messages, and photos on both iOS and macOS
- Ask about recent recommendations from friends, and Siri will locate the information in your messages
- Siri can now perform actions within apps on both platforms, such as editing photos or adding content to notes
- The new ChatGPT integration works seamlessly on iOS and macOS, providing more comprehensive and helpful responses
Unified password and security management
Streamline your digital security across all your Apple devices:
- The new Passwords app on iOS and macOS centralizes all your passwords, passkeys, and verification codes
- Effortless syncing through iCloud ensures your passwords are accessible on all your Apple devices
- Share Sign in with Apple credentials with family members across both platforms for enhanced convenience
Enhanced messaging features
Elevate your conversations with new expressive tools:
- Add dynamic text effects like Explode or Ripple to your messages on both iOS and macOS
- Utilize text formatting options (bold, italics, underline) for improved expression
- React with any emoji or sticker as a Tapback on both platforms, expanding your range of responses
Cross-platform notes and reminders
Stay organized no matter which device you’re using:
- Audio recordings in Notes now function across iOS and macOS, complete with live transcription
- Reminders are now integrated into Calendar on both platforms, providing a comprehensive view of your tasks and events
Seamless photo management and memories
Experience a more intuitive and powerful photo library:
- Utilize natural language searches for photos and videos on both iOS and macOS
- Create custom memories by simply typing a description - this feature works on both platforms
- The new Clean Up tool helps remove unwanted objects from photos on both iOS and macOS, enhancing your images effortlessly
These groundbreaking features are set to transform the way you use your Apple devices, creating a more integrated and efficient ecosystem that adapts to your needs.