Apple has officially introduced macOS Sequoia, the next major update coming to the Mac. The update is packed innovative features such as iPhone Mirroring, substantial updates to Safari, immersive gaming experiences, and the introduction of Apple Intelligence.
iPhone Mirroring Enhances Continuity
One of the standout features of macOS Sequoia is iPhone Mirroring. This new capability allows users to fully access and control their iPhone directly from their Mac.
Safari’s Big Leap Forward
Safari, already the world’s fastest browser, gets a significant upgrade with the new Highlights feature. This tool makes discovering information on the web easier than ever by providing quick access to directions, summaries, and relevant links. The redesigned Reader mode now offers a streamlined reading experience, while the Viewer feature enhances video playback by bringing videos to the forefront with full system playback controls.
Gaming Reaches New Heights
macOS Sequoia is set to delight gamers with a host of new titles and enhanced gaming features. Highly anticipated games like “Assassin’s Creed Shadows” and “Frostpunk 2” will leverage the power of Apple’s M-series chips for superior performance. Personalized Spatial Audio and reduced audio latency with AirPods Pro (2nd generation) further enhance the gaming experience, making it more immersive and responsive.
Streamlined Productivity and Organization
macOS Sequoia introduces several new tools to boost productivity. The new Passwords app consolidates and secures user credentials, while enhanced window tiling simplifies window management. Video conferencing improvements, including presenter previews and customizable backgrounds, make remote communication more effective and engaging.
Expanded Features Across Apps
Additional features in macOS Sequoia include significant updates to Messages, Apple Maps, and Notes. Messages now support new text effects and scheduling options, while Apple Maps offers curated hikes and offline custom routes. Notes benefit from advanced audio transcription and summarization features, making note-taking smarter and more efficient.
Availability
The developer beta of macOS Sequoia is available today, with a public beta expected next month. The official release will be a free software update coming this fall.
Editors Note: This article was partially written by AI as part of an A/B experiment.
Author: Holden Satterwhite
Founder of Appleosophy and Redfruit Media. Twitter: @hesatter
