iOS 14 brings a fresh look to the older version of Apple Software. New features help you get what you need in the moment. And the apps you use all the time become even more intelligent, more personal, and more private. Let us see in detail what iOS 14 is all about .
What you will see here?
Widgets
Home Screen Widgets
Widgets have been redesigned to give you more information at a glance .Newly now, you can add them to your Home Screen. Choose from different sizes and arrange however you like.The right widget will show up automatically at the right time in your day. Place widgets anywhere on the Home screen for information at a glance. Perfect for tracking your commute, activity or Calendar events.
Redesigned widgets
Redisgned Widgets -These have been redesigned to be more beautiful and data rich, so they can prove you useful throughout your day. Redesigned Apple widgets for Weather, Clock, Calendar, Maps, Fitness, Photos, Reminders, Stocks, Music, TV, Tips, Notes, Shortcuts, Battery, Screen Time, Files, Podcasts and Siri Suggestions.
Widgets in different sizes
The all new widgets now come in small, medium and large sizes so you can pick the information density that’s right for you.
Widget gallery
The central place for all your widgets from Apple and third parties. The gallery shows the top widgets based on what users are installing and using most.
Widget stacks
You can create stacks of up to 10 widgets to make the most of the space on your Home Screen. Drag one widget on top of another and swipe through them. Y
Smart Stack
In the Widget gallery, you can select the Smart Stack, a set of widgets you can swipe through that uses on-device intelligence to surface the right widget at the right time based on factors like time, location and activity. For example, you might see the Weather widget in the morning, Calendar events during the day and commute time from Apple Maps in the evening. You can also add a Smart Stack of widgets intelligently arranged based on the apps you use most.
Siri Suggestions widget
The Siri Suggestions widget uses on‑device intelligence to show actions you might take based on your usage patterns, such as ordering a coffee or starting a podcast. Tap the suggestion to perform the action without launching the app.
Developer API
Developers can create their own widgets using a new API that lets them take advantage of the redesigned widgets, including the ability to put them on the Home Screen and show them at the right time.
App Library
Automatic categorization
Apps are sorted by category and your most used apps are always just one tap away. All of the apps on your iPhone are automatically sorted into categories such as Social, Productivity and Entertainment. Categories intelligently reorder based on app use.
App Library on the Home Screen
The new App Library automatically organizes all of your apps into one simple, easy‑to‑navigate view. The App Library is a new space at the end of your Home Screen pages that automatically organizes all of your apps into one simple, easy‑to‑navigate view
Suggestions
The App Library shows suggested apps you’re likely to be looking for based on your usage such as time, location or activity.
Search
You can use the search bar at the top of the App Library to quickly find the app you’re looking for. When you tap Search, apps can be displayed alphabetically, making them easy to scroll through and find.
Hide Home Screen pages
You can hide pages to streamline your Home Screen, making it easy to get to the App Library. New apps downloaded from the App Store automatically go into the App Library.
Recently Added
App Clips that were recently launched and apps downloaded from the App Store appear in the App Library, making them easy to find.
Compact User Interface
Phone calls
When you receive a call, it appears as a banner instead of taking over the entire screen, so you won’t lose track of what you’re doing. Swipe up on the banner to dismiss it or swipe down to access extended phone features and tap to answer.
Third-party VoIP calls
A developer API is available so that apps like Skype can support compact incoming calls.
FaceTime calls
When you receive a FaceTime call, it appears as a banner instead of taking over the entire screen. Swipe up on the banner to dismiss it or swipe down to access extended FaceTime features.
Compact Siri
Siri has an all-new compact design that allows you to refer to information onscreen and seamlessly launch into your next task. As you start a request, Siri pops up at the bottom of the screen. When Siri has a result for you, it appears at the top of the screen like a notification. Results have been updated to give you just the information you need in a new compact layout.
Picture-In-Picture
Picture in Picture
You can now continue watching a video or taking a FaceTime call while you use another app. Perfect for having a video call with a friend while you find a time to meet or catching up on a TV show while checking your email.
Resize Picture in Picture window
You can resize the Picture in Picture window by pinching the video to make it bigger or smaller.
Move Picture in Picture window to any corner
Put the video window in any corner of the screen by simply dragging it.
Minimise Picture in Picture window offscreen
Minimise the video window by moving it offscreen, giving you full access to an app while continuing to listen to the audio.
Messages
Keeping in touch has now been easy. So iOS 14 gives you new ways to stay connected to the conversations that matter most, keep track of group conversations and express yourself however you like.
Pinned conversations
Pin your favorite conversations to the top of your conversation list so you can always get to them. Recent messages, Tap backs and typing indicators animate above the pin. And if a group conversation is pinned, you’ll see three recent participants circle around the pin when they send a message.
Up to nine pins
You can have up to nine pinned conversations that sync across Messages in iOS, iPadOS and macOS.
Mentions
Direct a message to an individual in a group conversation by typing the person’s name. You can even customise a particularly active group, so you receive notifications only when you are mentioned.
Inline replies
You can reply directly to a specific message in a group conversation. See all related messages in their own view to easily keep track of a thread.
Group photo
Set an image for your group conversation using a photo, Memoji or emoji that is shared with all members of the group.
SMS filter
Choose to view a set of replies as their own thread or view them chronologically in the full conversation.
Search
Relevant results
The most relevant results, including apps, contacts, knowledge, Maps’ points of interest and websites, are shown right at the top, making it easier to find what you need.
Search suggestions
Just start typing and search suggestions appear below the search field.
Quick launcher
Just type a few characters and you can quickly launch apps and websites by tapping Go.
In-app search
Start a search in apps like Mail, Messages and Files.
Web search
Searching the web is now easier than ever. Start typing and see relevant websites and web search suggestions displayed at the top, making it easy to quickly launch Safari for a full web search.
Guides
Apple Maps editors have worked with trusted brands and partners to offer Guides for great places around the world to eat, shop and explore. You can save Guides, and they automatically update when new places are added, so you always have the latest recommendations.
Translate
Conversations across languages should feel natural and easy, and should have the ability to remain private. Introducing the all-new Translate app, designed for conversations across 11 different languages.
Conversation mode
With Translate, conversations are easy. Just turn your phone to landscape and tap the single microphone button to say something.
On‑device mode
Enable a fully offline experience for Translate. Use all the app features for downloaded languages and keep your translations private without needing to turn off your phone’s Internet connection.
Favourites
Save translations in the Favourites tab for easy access later. You can also view your recent history and save phrases you just translated.
Attention mode
Enlarge translated text in landscape view, making it easier to read and more effective at getting someone’s attention.
Siri
Siri is an imperative method to complete data and get things. Also, on account of another smaller plan, you can exploit all that Siri can manage without losing your unique situation.
Compact design
Siri has a completely new look that lets you quickly get information or get things done while still focusing on what you’re doing.
Web answers
Siri can now help you find answers to a broader set of questions by using information from across the web.
Send audio messages
When you want to be more expressive in your messages, you can now easily send audio messages with Siri.
Home
The Home app helps you manage your smart home more intelligently — and most important, more securely. And now it’s even easier to take advantage of the broad selection of HomeKit accessories.
Suggested automations
When you add a new HomeKit accessory, the Home app suggests useful automations so you can put it right to work.
Home status
A new visual status in the Home app prioritizes the accessories that most need your attention and allows you to easily control them.
Activity Zones
Define Activity Zones that focus on the most important areas of what your camera sees, so you can be alerted only when there’s motion in the zone you set.
Face Recognition
Camcorders and doorbells would now be able to distinguish individuals you’ve tagged in the Photos application. Effectively label individuals, and decide to be advised dependent on the individual.
Safari
Perusing the web should feel quick, incredible, and private. So with iOS 14, Safari is more responsive and skilled than any time in recent memory, while giving you better approaches to help ensure your protection.
Translation
Safari would now be able to decipher sites in seven distinctive languages.6 When you go to a site that Safari can interpret, a symbol shows up. Simply tap and read.
Privacy Report
Presently you can tap the Privacy Report button to all the more likely see how sites treat your protection.
Car keys and CarPlay
CarPlay has changed the connection between your iPhone and your car. Since relationship gets considerably more impressive with the capacity to open and begin your vehicle with iPhone.
Share and manage keys
Sharing keys with friends or family is easy. You can customize controls and create restricted profiles, perfect for new drivers. You can revoke and share keys temporarily, too.
Offering keys to companions or family is simple. You can customize controls and make limited profiles, ideal for new drivers. You can revoke and share keys briefly, as well.
CarPlay wallpaper and new app types
Browse a bunch of backdrops that look extraordinary. CarPlay additionally upholds new application types — leaving, electric vehicle charging, and fast food requesting.
Messages
Keeping in touch has never been more essential. So iOS 14 gives you new ways to stay connected to the conversations that matter most, keep track of group conversations, and express yourself however you like.
Pinned conversations
Pin up to nine of your most important conversations to the top of your conversation list so you can easily get to them.
Group photos
Give your group conversation a visual identity by adding a photo or Memoji, or choose an emoji.
Inline replies
Now you can reply directly to a specific message in a group conversation. You can view replies in the full conversation or as their own thread for a more focused view.
New Memoji styles and stickers
Along with new age options and face coverings, choose from over 20 new hair and headwear styles to reflect your hobby, profession, and personality.
Maps
Maps is the excellent way to navigate and explore the world, all while protecting your privacy. With Maps in iOS 14, it’s easier than ever to discover new places to go and environmentally friendly ways to get there.
Cycling directions
You can now use Maps to get cycling directions using bike lanes, paths, and roads. You can also see elevation, busy streets, stairs, and steep passages when planning your trip.
Guides
Apple Maps editors have worked with confided in brands and accomplices to offer Guides for extraordinary spots around the globe to eat, shop, and explore.3 You can save Guides, and they naturally update when new places are added, so you generally have the most recent proposals.
Airpods
AirPods convey a mystical listening experience. With iOS 14, that wizardry has a couple of new deceives, regardless of whether you’re tuning in to music, getting up to speed with a webcast, or taking in a film.
Battery notifications
New battery notifications conveniently let you know when you need to charge your AirPods.
Automatic switching
Seamlessly move between devices without manually switching your AirPods.10 If you finish a phone call on your iPhone and pick up your iPad to watch a movie, AirPods automatically switch over.
Headphone Accommodations
Change your AirPods sound to represent hearing contrasts. Earphone Accommodations enhances delicate sounds and can tune for your individual hearing, to help music, calls, and more solid fresh and clear.
Audio Sharing for Apple TV
Interface two arrangements of AirPods to your Apple TV 4K so you can appreciate films and shows with another person without upsetting others.
App Clips
Applications from the App Store have changed the manner in iOS 14 in which we do pretty much everything. Presently there’s a significantly quicker approach to exploit them with App Clips. A little piece of an application, an App Clip is discoverable the second you need it and is centered around a particular undertaking.
Discover App Clips
App Clips are not difficult to find and utilize directly at the times you need them. Like leasing a bicycle, paying for stopping, requesting food, thus considerably more.
Easy and private
Sign in rapidly with applications that utilization Sign in with Apple, at that point make exchanges securely and immediately with applications that utilize Apple Pay.
Security is a key common liberty and at the center of all that we do. That is the reason with iOS 14, they’re giving you more command over the information you offer and more straightforwardness into how it’s utilized.
Privacy information on the App Store
You would now be able to get data on the App Store to assist you with understanding the protection practices of each application before you download it.
Recording indicator
A marker shows up at the highest point of your screen at whatever point an application is utilizing your amplifier or camera. What’s more, in Control Center, you can check whether an application has utilized them as of late.
Upgrade to Sign in with Apple
Effectively change to Sign in with Apple when signing in to taking an interest applications. You’ll keep the record you as of now use, yet have one less secret key to monitor.
Approximate location
Share only your approximate location rather than your exact location — perfect for apps like local news or weather.
iOS 14 is compatible with these devices.
- iPhone 12
- iPhone 12 mini
- The iPhone 12 Pro
- iPhone 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 11
- The iPhone 11 Pro
- iPhone 11 Pro Max
- iPhone XS
- The iPhone XS Max
- iPhone XR
- iPhone X
- The iPhone 8
- iPhone 8 Plus
- iPhone 7
- The iPhone 7 Plus
- iPhone 6s
- iPhone 6s Plus
- The iPhone SE (1st generation)
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPod touch (7th generation)
