Should you Update to iOS 10?

October 20, 2016 12:43 am

Are you one of the few iPhone owners who have yet to make the update to iOS 10? Have you been wondering if making the switch is worth it, or are you simply scared of the potential glitches that may come with the newest update? During these types of situations we tend to look at others’ experiences to help us make the decision. Because of this, we have done some research to help you decide. Learn about what the newest iOS update has to offer below.

Siri Update:

Siri is now been integrated in other apps such as photo searches, payments, messaging, booking car rides, and more!

iMessage Update:

The new update has come with many new messaging features. It comes with stickers, various animations, and new, larger emojis. There’s also an ‘emojification’ feature, which takes keywords you have written to give you suggestions on emojis to add. You are also able to draw on the screen and use third party apps in messenger.

Control Update:

The update allows you to have more control over your apps on your home screen by giving you the option to hide the Apple applications you don’t need/use. With a force click on your folders, a quick list also appears in order to navigate through them quickly. Force clicking on the flashlight also allows you to adjust the brightness. Along with the flashlight option, the control center now has two panes available with quick controls and a music player.

Notification Update:

Notifications also allow a more efficient way to manage your phone. With the

quick-reply feature you can respond to messages and emails directly on the notification screen, and even watch videos!

Lockscreen Update:

The lock screen is much more efficient that it has ever been. With a swipe right, you are able to gain access to today’s news and Siri app suggestions. It is also able to sense when the phone is being picked up, lighting up the lock screen.

Maps Update:

The Maps app is much smarter. It notifies of high traffic areas and suggests faster routes. It also has pop-up suggestions of nearby places.

Music Update:

This update comes with many cool features, like music editing options, availability of lyrics, and more control on the music you want to transfer into other devices.

Photos Update:

Face, scene and object recognition are now hooked onto the photo/camera app. It also has auto-smart grouping organizing your images based on the location it was taken, topics, trips, and people.

 

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