Friends, iOS 12 is out, we have updated ourselves and we advise you! We share our impressions of the new version.
Earlier, we told you how to install the beta version, now you don't have to use the instructions, but just in case we'll save it. It's easier now: go to Settings and update.
How to easily upgrade to iOS 12 right now
Ilya Kichaev
13 September 2018Performance and stability
This is exactly what iOS 11 was supposed to be. But, unfortunately, it turned out what happened: a laggy and braking axis, opening some applications for half a minute. Seriously! I saw Yandex.Taxi open for 30 seconds on the iPhone SE.
My colleague, having updated his "seven" noticed the increased speed of the interface. I have a "eight", so the difference is not visible - A11 even takes out iOS 11.
After the update, I received a push "What's new in iOS 12". I poked at it and this is what I got:
Everything is in order with the Internet, this emptiness even loaded for a while It is worth noting that I received this notification back on iOS 11. And it opened normally.
Apple itself promises these numbers: the camera opens 70% faster, the keyboard appears 50% faster, and applications open up to two times faster with intensive work. These numbers are relevant to the iPhone 6s, where the tests were carried out.
Screen Time
The second notable innovation for all iOS 12 users. Screen Time shows how much you use your device and what applications you use. Just like in Android!
Yes, I'm not a wildly cool pro in PUBG Also here you can set restrictions on the use different types applications and specific programs:
Do you think 20 hours a day on social networks is enough for me, or should I add a couple of hours? Also, "Screen Time" shows how many times you picked up your device in a certain time and how many notifications you received:
Grouping notifications
iOS 11 was a garbage dump of notifications: you couldn't group them, the interface was a complete nightmare for someone with OCD. This has been fixed in iOS 12. True, I do not understand the logic of merging: it merges some pushes, but not some:
Perhaps, over time, this function will become clearer.
Siri shortcut
This feature is also called "Siri Shortcuts". You can program our silly thing to do something. For example, when you say “Siri, I'm going home,” your voice assistant sends an SMS to your wife or husband about it, turns on the navigator and your favorite radio station in the car.
To set up shortcuts, you need to go to Settings >> Siri & Search >> All Shortcuts:
ARKit 2
ARKit augmented reality technology has received the second version. The launch of the Roulette application was even timed to this. It is located by default in the Utilities folder in devices that support the technology. It looks like this:
Uncover your bass jokes ARKit 2 also introduced the ability to place objects on vertical planes and send scanned 3D objects to other users if they are in the same application as you.
Memoji
A year ago, we were shown Animoji - animated 3D models that are avatars of iPhone X users.With iOS 12, this thing learned to scan a user's face and make a hand-drawn version of it. This is what Tim Cook's Memoji look like:
Very soon, if you have one of the ten versions, you will be able to use Memoji instead of your face when making FaceTime video calls, for example.
1. Large font on iPhone X
The font has increased in the control panel on the iPhone X. It has become noticeably larger.
2. Fast animation
Animations for opening, closing and switching between applications are noticeably faster. The operating system itself is also faster.
3. Changed appearance of the Settings
The settings section has changed a bit. The icons have become brighter, and some have even been redrawn.
4. Screen time
A section with statistics on the use of various applications has appeared. True, the section does not work for everyone so far. When you click on it, the settings menu crashes.
5. Siri shortcuts in Spotlight
In addition, messages copied to the clipboard are displayed in the same section.
6. Siri Shortcuts Settings
Despite the fact that the system itself prompts you to perform this or that action, you can now set these actions manually in the Settings -> Siri and Search.
7. New wallpapers
IOS 12 has new wallpapers. True, so far there is only one image. Perhaps something will change for release.
8. Adding a second person
In this beta, you can add a second face to Face ID. The corresponding item is located in the Settings -> Face ID and passcode section.
9. Battery statistics
Now in the section Settings -> Battery Shows more detailed statistics on battery usage by applications.
With the help of graphs, you can better understand how energy is spent.
10. Redesign of the Voice Recorder
Apple has completely redesigned the Voice Recorder app. Now the program names the Files not by the creation time, but by the address where the recording was made.
The management of audio recordings has also changed. Now they can be scrolled 15 seconds forward / backward.
Audio recordings are not deleted the first time, but go to the Recently Deleted section.
11. New Measure application
The Measure application appeared for measuring objects down to centimeters. You can read our review on it.
12. The level has moved
Previously, the level was used in the Compass app. Now he has moved to the Measures program.
13. The compass now shows altitude
For greater accuracy, the Compass app has learned to display your position relative to sea level.
14. Disable system auto-update
A function has appeared in the iOS settings automatic update firmware. If it is enabled, then the device will install the latest versions of the system without any questions. Now you can turn it off.
15. Apps Voice Recorder and Promotions made it to iPad
Apple has ported the Voice Recorder and Promotions apps to the iPad. It is noteworthy that Stocks also reached the Mac.
The only pity is that the Calculator was not delivered.
16. Grouping notifications
Now notifications are grouped by program. Just click on the notification pack to open it.
17. More fine tuning of notifications
Now each notification can be configured separately. Right in the Notification Center.
You can enable the receipt of notifications without sound, or turn them off altogether.
18. iPhone X gestures on iPad
The control panel is now invoked by swiping down from the upper right corner. In addition, returning to the home screen using two swipes from the bottom is almost the same as on the iPhone X.
19. Search Apple Music Tracks by Words
Now you can find a song you have heard anywhere without even knowing its name, simply by entering the words you remember right into the Apple Music search field. So far, it works crookedly, but Apple will probably finalize the function for the release of the system.
20. Mirroring in AR objects
Now objects of augmented reality can be equipped with a reflective surface. For example, add the corresponding body to the car.
21. Record Animoji up to 30 seconds
The recording time of animated emoticons has increased from 10 seconds to 30. Now it is even more convenient to create Animoji Karaoke.
22. New Animoji
There are 4 new animoji on iPhone X: ghost, koala, tiger and dinosaur.
23. Memoji
Now you can create animoji in your own image and likeness. They are called Memoji.
There is full customization, including changing skin color, face shape, eyes, eyebrows, nose, ears, hair, and so on.
24. Support for RAW photos in the Photos app
Now you can view RAW photos right in the built-in Photos app.
25. New languages in the built-in Siri translator
26. Warning about the presence of the same passwords
The system now analyzes your saved passwords and informs you about the need to replace duplicate ones. Identical passwords are marked with an exclamation mark.
27. Safari Tabs
Safari tabs on iPhone X now display the same as on iPad. Complete list.
28. Move cursor without 3D Touch
In the past, you could conveniently move the cursor with hard press. With iOS 12, 3D Touch is no longer needed.
Just hold your finger in one place a little longer, and you can fully control the cursor.
29. Support for third-party password managers
Now iOS 12 will analyze not only the built-in password manager, but also third-party ones. Accordingly, passwords for autofill will also be collected from external programs.
30. Day Weather Alert
If you have set the sleep mode, then when you wake up, you will see the current weather for the day.
31. Apple Music widget turned black
It seems Apple is really working on a dark mode for iOS. True, she does it gradually.
The Apple Music playing widget turns black.
32. Do not disturb
When you activate Do Not Disturb mode, the smartphone screen becomes darker and the notification alert turns black.
33. Live-listening in AirPods
Apple branded headphones can replace hearing aids for many people. The gadget will use built-in microphones to pick up certain sounds around and transmit them to the user.
It can also come in handy for talking in a loud, crowded place. AirPods will cut off all unnecessary noise and only speak to their owner.
34. API for developers to embed a dark theme
35. New interface for notifications in settings
Now notifications in the settings are displayed a little differently. The corresponding icons have been redrawn.
36. Configuring the grouping of notifications
You can configure the grouping of notifications yourself: automatically, according to the program, or turn it off.
37. Quick Scan QR Codes
Pressing the Camera icon hard, a button appeared to quickly scan QR codes.
38. New options for the Control Center
Now, when creating your Control Center, you can add: Hearing, Scanning QR codes.
39.32 FaceTime Users
You can now make group video calls in FaceTime. And up to 32 users can take part in them.
40. Haptic on iPhone 7
Previously, iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and X owners felt a certain recoil when they pressed the white shutter button when shooting.
Now this feature has moved to the iPhone 7, 7 Plus.
41. Changes in Face ID
Previously, if Face ID was unable to recognize your face, you had to enter your passcode. Now you just need to swipe up again from the bottom edge.
42. YouTube works in the background
This is not a feature, but a nice bug. While watching a video, tap on the screen lock and then tap again quickly again. YouTube will only run in the background.
43. Pencil thickness
A new option has appeared in the notes, with which you can change the thickness of the pencil lead.
44. Screen Time and Promotions Widget
The Screen Time app widget is now available, displaying statistics on iPhone or iPad usage. The Stock widget has changed to display one stock price per line.
45. Types of media files
The Photos app now displays media types: video, selfie, portrait, slow motion, and so on. And also their number is displayed.
46. Sticker Bar Moved
Now a line with stickers is displayed above the keyboard.
47. Photos in iMessage
Previously, when you clicked on the camera icon in the Messages application, you opened a small window with a camera. Now the interface has increased and the camera is displayed in full screen.
48. Animoji in the cell
Now, when shooting in iMessage, you have the opportunity to apply stickers or animoji to the screen.
49. Rechability has an arrow
Now, after swiping down, an up arrow is displayed at the top of the screen. It hints that by swiping over it, you can also return the screen to its former appearance.
50.Siri learned to turn on the flashlight
You can now ask Siri to turn on the flashlight. Just say, "Turn on the flashlight."
51. "Hey Siri" is in power saving mode
Hey Siri is now in power saving mode.
52. Siri Reveals Passwords
53. Audio recording settings
Now you can change the settings for audio recordings created through the Voice Recorder. For example, change the compression quality.
54. Siri Suggestions on Lock Screen
A toggle switch has appeared in the settings that allows you to turn Siri suggestions on or off on the locked screen.
55. Favicons in Safari
You can enable the display of site icons in Safari in the Settings -> Safari -> Show icons in tabs menu.
56. The display of artists in Apple Music has changed
Now a little more space is given to the photography of the artists. A button for instant playback of the artist's songs has appeared.
57. "You May Like These Articles" in the App Store
At the bottom of the App Store, there is a new subsection "You might like these articles." It displays past Apple editorials that you have never opened.
58. New Face ID animation
The Face ID animation has now changed when scanning your face. The number of revolutions made has been halved.
59. Dictation on third-party keyboards
Previously, the dictation function could only be used with the built-in Apple keyboard. Now the button has appeared on external keyboards as well.
60. Swipe to unlock iPad
The iPad can now be unlocked by swiping up from the bottom edge. Surely this chip will be removed and returned when Face ID is added.
61. Time on iPad has moved to the left edge
Another hint of Face ID?
62. No Apple player on third-party sites
If you watch the video on any Vimeo, the web player interface will be preserved. It will no longer be replaced by the standard one from Apple.
(4.77 out of 5, rated: 22 )
1. Large font on iPhone X
The font has increased in the control panel on the iPhone X. It has become noticeably larger.
2. Fast animation
Animations for opening, closing and switching between applications are noticeably faster. The operating system itself is also faster.
3. Changed appearance of the Settings
The settings section has changed a bit. The icons have become brighter, and some have even been redrawn.
4. Screen time
A section with statistics on the use of various applications has appeared. True, the section does not work for everyone so far. When you click on it, the settings menu crashes.
5. Siri shortcuts in Spotlight
In addition, messages copied to the clipboard are displayed in the same section.
6. Siri Shortcuts Settings
Despite the fact that the system itself prompts you to perform this or that action, you can now set these actions manually in the Settings -> Siri and Search.
7. New wallpapers
IOS 12 has new wallpapers. True, so far there is only one image. Perhaps something will change for release.
8. Adding a second person
In this beta, you can add a second face to Face ID. The corresponding item is located in the Settings -> Face ID and passcode section.
9. Battery statistics
Now in the section Settings -> Battery Shows more detailed statistics on battery usage by applications.
With the help of graphs, you can better understand how energy is spent.
10. Redesign of the Voice Recorder
Apple has completely redesigned the Voice Recorder app. Now the program names the Files not by the creation time, but by the address where the recording was made.
The management of audio recordings has also changed. Now they can be scrolled 15 seconds forward / backward.
Audio recordings are not deleted the first time, but go to the Recently Deleted section.
11. New Measure application
The Measure application appeared for measuring objects down to centimeters. You can read our review on it.
12. The level has moved
Previously, the level was used in the Compass app. Now he has moved to the Measures program.
13. The compass now shows altitude
For greater accuracy, the Compass app has learned to display your position relative to sea level.
14. Disable system auto-update
An automatic firmware update function has been added to the iOS settings. If it is enabled, then the device will install the latest versions of the system without any questions. Now you can turn it off.
15. Apps Voice Recorder and Promotions made it to iPad
Apple has ported the Voice Recorder and Promotions apps to the iPad. It is noteworthy that Stocks also reached the Mac.
The only pity is that the Calculator was not delivered.
16. Grouping notifications
Now notifications are grouped by program. Just click on the notification pack to open it.
17. More fine tuning of notifications
Now each notification can be configured separately. Right in the Notification Center.
You can enable the receipt of notifications without sound, or turn them off altogether.
18. iPhone X gestures on iPad
The control panel is now invoked by swiping down from the upper right corner. In addition, returning to the home screen using two swipes from the bottom is almost the same as on the iPhone X.
19. Search Apple Music Tracks by Words
Now you can find a song you have heard anywhere without even knowing its name, simply by entering the words you remember right into the Apple Music search field. So far, it works crookedly, but Apple will probably finalize the function for the release of the system.
20. Mirroring in AR objects
Now objects of augmented reality can be equipped with a reflective surface. For example, add the corresponding body to the car.
21. Record Animoji up to 30 seconds
The recording time of animated emoticons has increased from 10 seconds to 30. Now it is even more convenient to create Animoji Karaoke.
22. New Animoji
There are 4 new animoji on iPhone X: ghost, koala, tiger and dinosaur.
23. Memoji
Now you can create animoji in your own image and likeness. They are called Memoji.
There is full customization, including changing skin color, face shape, eyes, eyebrows, nose, ears, hair, and so on.
24. Support for RAW photos in the Photos app
Now you can view RAW photos right in the built-in Photos app.
25. New languages in the built-in Siri translator
26. Warning about the presence of the same passwords
The system now analyzes your saved passwords and informs you about the need to replace duplicate ones. Identical passwords are marked with an exclamation mark.
27. Safari Tabs
Safari tabs on iPhone X now display the same as on iPad. Complete list.
28. Move cursor without 3D Touch
In the past, you could conveniently move the cursor with hard press. With iOS 12, 3D Touch is no longer needed.
Just hold your finger in one place a little longer, and you can fully control the cursor.
29. Support for third-party password managers
Now iOS 12 will analyze not only the built-in password manager, but also third-party ones. Accordingly, passwords for autofill will also be collected from external programs.
30. Day Weather Alert
If you have set the sleep mode, then when you wake up, you will see the current weather for the day.
31. Apple Music widget turned black
It seems Apple is really working on a dark mode for iOS. True, she does it gradually.
The Apple Music playing widget turns black.
32. Do not disturb
When you activate Do Not Disturb mode, the smartphone screen becomes darker and the notification alert turns black.
33. Live-listening in AirPods
Apple branded headphones can replace hearing aids for many people. The gadget will use built-in microphones to pick up certain sounds around and transmit them to the user.
It can also come in handy for talking in a loud, crowded place. AirPods will cut off all unnecessary noise and only speak to their owner.
34. API for developers to embed a dark theme
35. New interface for notifications in settings
Now notifications in the settings are displayed a little differently. The corresponding icons have been redrawn.
36. Configuring the grouping of notifications
You can configure the grouping of notifications yourself: automatically, according to the program, or turn it off.
37. Quick Scan QR Codes
Pressing the Camera icon hard, a button appeared to quickly scan QR codes.
38. New options for the Control Center
Now, when creating your Control Center, you can add: Hearing, Scanning QR codes.
39.32 FaceTime Users
You can now make group video calls in FaceTime. And up to 32 users can take part in them.
40. Haptic on iPhone 7
Previously, iPhone 8, 8 Plus, and X owners felt a certain recoil when they pressed the white shutter button when shooting.
Now this feature has moved to the iPhone 7, 7 Plus.
41. Changes in Face ID
Previously, if Face ID was unable to recognize your face, you had to enter your passcode. Now you just need to swipe up again from the bottom edge.
42. YouTube works in the background
This is not a feature, but a nice bug. While watching a video, tap on the screen lock and then tap again quickly again. YouTube will only run in the background.
43. Pencil thickness
A new option has appeared in the notes, with which you can change the thickness of the pencil lead.
44. Screen Time and Promotions Widget
The Screen Time app widget is now available, displaying statistics on iPhone or iPad usage. The Stock widget has changed to display one stock price per line.
45. Types of media files
The Photos app now displays media types: video, selfie, portrait, slow motion, and so on. And also their number is displayed.
46. Sticker Bar Moved
Now a line with stickers is displayed above the keyboard.
47. Photos in iMessage
Previously, when you clicked on the camera icon in the Messages application, you opened a small window with a camera. Now the interface has increased and the camera is displayed in full screen.
48. Animoji in the cell
Now, when shooting in iMessage, you have the opportunity to apply stickers or animoji to the screen.
49. Rechability has an arrow
Now, after swiping down, an up arrow is displayed at the top of the screen. It hints that by swiping over it, you can also return the screen to its former appearance.
50.Siri learned to turn on the flashlight
You can now ask Siri to turn on the flashlight. Just say, "Turn on the flashlight."
51. "Hey Siri" is in power saving mode
Hey Siri is now in power saving mode.
52. Siri Reveals Passwords
53. Audio recording settings
Now you can change the settings for audio recordings created through the Voice Recorder. For example, change the compression quality.
54. Siri Suggestions on Lock Screen
A toggle switch has appeared in the settings that allows you to turn Siri suggestions on or off on the locked screen.
55. Favicons in Safari
You can enable the display of site icons in Safari in the Settings -> Safari -> Show icons in tabs menu.
56. The display of artists in Apple Music has changed
Now a little more space is given to the photography of the artists. A button for instant playback of the artist's songs has appeared.
57. "You May Like These Articles" in the App Store
At the bottom of the App Store, there is a new subsection "You might like these articles." It displays past Apple editorials that you have never opened.
58. New Face ID animation
The Face ID animation has now changed when scanning your face. The number of revolutions made has been halved.
59. Dictation on third-party keyboards
Previously, the dictation function could only be used with the built-in Apple keyboard. Now the button has appeared on external keyboards as well.
60. Swipe to unlock iPad
The iPad can now be unlocked by swiping up from the bottom edge. Surely this chip will be removed and returned when Face ID is added.
61. Time on iPad has moved to the left edge
Another hint of Face ID?
62. No Apple player on third-party sites
If you watch the video on any Vimeo, the web player interface will be preserved. It will no longer be replaced by the standard one from Apple.
(4.77 out of 5, rated: 22 )
New iOS version means new settings. Almost every new update function has its own section in Settings with changeable options. Moreover, there are several significant features that work exclusively through Settings.
Below we will tell you about all the new iOS 12 settings that you just need to know about.
1. Notifications
Along with the way notifications are displayed on the lock screen, the Notifications section in Settings has changed.
Now you will find three options in it: lock screen, notification center and banners. Apple has decided to go back to the traditional Notification Center.
You can also choose the principle by which notifications are grouped in iOS 12. Among them, automatically, by application, or even disabled. If selected automatically, notifications will be aggregated by context, correspondence, or time. For example, notifications with messages from different dialogs in WhatsApp will be combined into different groups. You can also choose the option to combine by application, which is very convenient if you have a lot of instant messengers.
2. "Go to sleep" in the Do not disturb section
If you are using Do Not Disturb on a schedule, you will find a new option called Go to Sleep. And it's worth turning it on.
The function makes the lock screen completely dark and does not allow any notifications on it. The smartphone will not light up and you will not see your notifications until you turn off the mode or until you wake up. In the morning, iPhone will show the weather forecast and wish you good morning.
3. Screen time
This is a completely new section of the Settings app, right below the Do not disturb section. It includes many health-related functions, but its main purpose is to provide you with data on exactly how you use your device and how much time you spend in each of the applications.
At the top, you will see the time data in the form of a graph. Scroll down the screen and you can see how much time was spent on each of the applications.
Below you can find out how many times a day you use your smartphone, and for what purpose you take it the most.
4. Program limits
Program Limits is a new feature from the Screen Time section. If you think you are spending too much time on an application, you can limit the available time to 30 minutes or 1 hour. When the limit approaches the end, you will receive a notification.
When the time is up, a notification screen will appear when launching the application, but if you wish, you can ignore it and use the application for another 15 minutes.
5. Downtime
Downtime is a Do Not Disturb on Steroid mode that you can set a schedule for. Every application will be blocked with it, except for those that you add to the list of exceptions. This also applies to Safari sites. If you want to disaccustom yourself to use your smartphone at night, this function is for you.
6. Allowed Applications
Allowed Applications are exceptions to all limiting features. If you add an application to this list, you can use it even with Do Not Disturb, Downtime, etc. By default, the list contains Phone and Messages, but you can add whatever applications you want to it.
7. Content restrictions
The Restrictions section in the General Settings has been moved to the Screen Time section. Since it deals with restrictions on the use of the device, it makes sense. It is especially convenient that you can also manage restrictions on other family devices here.
Here you can disable App Store purchases, specific apps, location services, and limit content.
8. ScanQR-codes in the Control Center
You can now add a QR code scan icon to Control Center. Unfortunately, this is the only new icon in iOS 12. Click on it and the camera will open, ready to scan the code.
9. New wallpapers
What's the new version of iOS without the new wallpaper? In the Wallpaper section, you will find a new image that will decorate your screen.
10. Additional face forFace ID
The Face ID section has a new feature that allows you to add an additional face for Face ID. If you need to temporarily change your appearance, you can create an additional face scan.
You can also add a completely different person's face. With this trick, someone else can unlock your iPhone.
11. New battery statistics
By opening the Battery section in Settings, you will see a new interactive graph of battery usage over the last 24 hours and 7 days. Below it is a list of apps that are consuming power. You can click on them to see the exact times of use.
12. Siri Shortcuts
The Shortcuts app isn't out yet, but Siri Shortcuts can be found in the Siri and search section in Settings. There you will find recommended actions and you can write down phrases to activate them.
For example, there may be a shortcut to opening a website, etc. You can even send an entire message to a specific person in a specific application in one phrase.
This feature will also help you get rid of Siri's misunderstanding of some words. This often happens when you speak with an accent.
13. Icons vSafari
Surprisingly, this feature is not enabled by default. It displays site icons on tabs in Safari.
It is worth noting that these are real site icons, not copies from Apple.
14. Promotions
A Promo section has appeared in Settings, in which you can turn off access to mobile data and background updates, as well as reset the application settings.
15. New Recording Section
The updated Dictaphone application has received separate section Entries in Settings. There are three options here. You can change the format of records, date format and delete records after 30 days. Perhaps this is a bug of the first beta version, but removal is enabled by default, so check this nuance.
16. Measure
The new Measure app also got a separate section in Settings. So far, there is only one option here - the ability to switch between different measurement systems.
17. Auto updates
In the Software update section, the Auto update item has been added. If you enable the function, new versions of the system will be installed on your device automatically. It is disabled by default.
18. Autocomplete passwords
A new option has appeared in Passwords and Accounts that allows you to enable or disable autocomplete one-time passwords received via SMS.
19. Podcasts
Now in the Podcasts section you can set the rewind interval from 10 to 60 seconds.
20. Apple Books
Apple Books lets you sync the books you're reading right now.
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