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A new multilayered effect helps the subject of your photo pop, and you can apply styles that automatically change the color filter, tinting, and font style for your Lock Screen. You can also select a set of photos to shuffle automatically on your Lock Screen throughout the day. Widgets Widgets on the Lock Screen let you quickly glance at data like the weather, calendar events, date, time zones, alarms, battery level, Activity ring progress, and more from your favorite apps. Create multiple Lock Screens You can now create different Lock Screens, each with a unique backdrop and style, and easily switch between them. Browse a gallery of wallpapers with suggested photos and themed collections for inspiration. Notifications View notifications on the Lock Screen in an expanded list view, stacked view, or hidden view. And notifications appear at the bottom of the screen, so they stay out of the way. Pause Play Replay Live Activities Live Activities make it easier to stay on top of things that are happening in real time, right from your Lock Screen. So you can check the score of a game or track the progress of your food delivery without unlocking your device.* Focus Easily set up a Focus A new streamlined setup for Focus lets you select the apps and people you want to receive notifications from by either allowing them or silencing them. Connect your Lock Screen to your Focus so the look and feel of your iPhone match how you want to use it in the moment. With a swipe, you can go from your Personal Focus to your Work Focus with widgets showing upcoming meetings and to-do lists. Focus filters Filter out distracting content in your everyday apps. [ ] More about Focus filters Focus filters Focus filters help you set boundaries in Apple apps like Calendar and Messages, as well as third-party apps, by hiding distracting content. So you can keep emails from your work inbox out of sight when using the Personal Focus. Photos iCloud Shared Photo Library Coming later this year The best way to share photos with your family. Coming later this year [ ] More about iCloud Shared Photo Library iCloud Shared Photo Library Share photos and videos seamlessly with up to five other people, so everyone can collaborate on the family's collection and enjoy more complete memories. With iCloud Shared Photo Library, family memories are in one place for everyone to enjoy at any time, even if you're not the one who snapped the shot or edited the photo.* Smart ways to share When you set up or join a Shared Photo Library, you can choose to contribute past photos based on a start date or the people in the photos. Once the shared library is set up, you can share photos instantly right from Camera, choose to share automatically when other shared library members are nearby, and get smart suggestions for adding photos to the shared library in For You. Edits and changes sync everywhere Everyone has equal permissions for adding, editing, and deleting photos in the shared library. Favorites, captions, and keywords sync too, so if one person organizes the collection, everyone benefits. Messages Everyday messaging enhanced You can now edit a message you just sent or unsend a recent message altogether. And you can mark a message as unread if you can't respond in the moment and want to come back to it later.^1 Pause Play Replay SharePlay via Messages Watch the latest episode of your favorite show or listen to a new song with friends while chatting about it in Messages.^2 Shared playback controls ensure that you're always synced up. Richer collaboration Share notes, presentations, reminders, Safari Tab Groups, and more in Messages to start collaborating instantly. See updates on shared projects in the thread and easily get in touch with your collaborators right from the app you're working in. Mail Improved Search Search delivers more accurate and complete results and provides suggestions before you start typing. New mailbox features Undo send. Schedule send. Follow up. Add rich links. [ ] More about New mailbox features New mailbox features Easily unsend an email you just sent, schedule messages to be sent whenever you like, and get reminders to follow up or come back to a message later.^3 You can also add rich links so your email has even more details at a glance. And if you forget to include an attachment or a recipient, Mail will catch those mistakes and ask if you want to add what's missing.^4 Safari and Passkeys Sign in more safely with passkeys Passkeys introduce a more secure and easier way to sign in. [ ] More about Sign in more safely with passkeys Sign in more safely with passkeys Passkeys introduce a new sign-in method that is end-to-end encrypted and safe from phishing and data leaks. This makes passkeys stronger than all common two-factor authentication types. They also work on non-Apple devices. Shared Tab Groups Share tabs and bookmarks, send messages, and start FaceTime right from Safari. Whether you're planning a trip with friends or shopping for a couch with your partner, you can share all the tabs in one place. And when they find something great, they can add tabs too. Intelligence Lift subject from background You can easily lift the subject from an image or isolate the subject by removing the background. Available in Photos, Screenshot, Quick Look, Safari, and more.^5 Live Text for video Pause a video on any frame that contains text to use familiar interactions like copy, translate, look up, share, and more.^6 Live Text quick actions Now it's even easier to call phone numbers, visit websites, convert currencies, translate languages, and more in photos, videos, and Camera.^6 Shortcuts with zero setup Run shortcuts with Siri as soon as you install an app. No setup required.^7 Dictation Smarter Dictation Automatic punctuation. And say it with emoji. [ ] More about Smarter Dictation Smarter Dictation Dictation automatically punctuates text with commas, periods, and question marks as you speak.^8 You can also insert emoji with your voice.^9 Just say "Happy face emoji" when sending your next message. Use Dictation and the keyboard together Move seamlessly between voice and touch to enter text. Type with the keyboard, tap in the text field, move the cursor, and insert QuickType suggestions, all without needing to stop Dictation.^10 Maps Multi-stop routing Add multiple stops along your route. [ ] More about Multi-stop routing Multi-stop routing Plan multiple stops along your route in advance or easily access previous routes in Recents. Maps also syncs across your devices, so you can look up directions on your Mac and see them on your iPhone when you're ready to go. Transit cards and fares in Maps Add new transit cards to Wallet, check low balances, replenish your card, and see the total cost of your trip, all without leaving Maps. Apple Pay and Wallet Introducing Apple Pay Later Split the cost of your Apple Pay purchase into four payments over six weeks with no interest or fees.^11 [ ] More about Introducing Apple Pay Later Introducing Apple Pay Later With Apple Pay Later, you can check out with Apple Pay and pay over time. The cost of your purchase is split into four equal payments spread over six weeks. You will never pay interest or fees. Apple Pay Later is built into Wallet and is available everywhere Apple Pay is accepted online and in apps.^11 Track your orders View your receipts and track your Apple Pay orders directly in Wallet. Share keys securely Share your keys securely in Wallet using your favorite messaging apps, including Messages, Mail, and WhatsApp. You can decide where and when your keys can be used, and you can revoke them anytime.^12 Verify your identity in apps Present your ID in apps to verify your identity.^13 Home Reimagined Home app The Home app is rebuilt from the ground up to be even more efficient and reliable.^14 Navigate all your smart home accessories in the redesigned Home tab. New categories for climate, lights, security, and more let you access relevant accessories with just a tap. And a multicamera view puts your smart home cameras front and center. Matter support Coming later this year Choose and connect even more smart home accessories with Matter compatibility. [ ] More about Matter support Matter support Matter is a smart home connectivity standard that enables a wide variety of smart home accessories to work together across platforms. So you can seamlessly control your Matter- and HomeKit-enabled accessories with the Home app and Siri. Matter gives you the most choice and compatibility for accessories in your home, all while maintaining the highest levels of security.^15 Health and Fitness Learn more about the Health app updates Health app updates The new Medications feature in the Health app helps you manage and track the medications you take.^16 And to help you stay connected on what matters most, you can now send loved ones an invitation to securely share their information stored in the Health app. Fitness app for iPhone The Fitness app can help you track and meet your fitness goals, even if you don't have an Apple Watch. Now, using iPhone motion sensors, your steps, distance, and third-party workouts will give you an estimate of your calories to contribute to your daily move goal. Family Sharing Manage child accounts with ease Easily create accounts for children with the right parental controls, right from the start. Set your preferences for age-appropriate media, Screen Time, location sharing, and more. Screen Time requests from your kids now appear in Messages, so it's easy to approve or decline a request. Set up a new device for a child Use Quick Start and your device to easily set up a new iPhone or iPad for your child with all the appropriate parental controls already in place. Family Checklist Get helpful tips and suggestions to get the most out of Family Sharing, like updating children's settings as they get older, turning on location sharing, or reminding you that you can share your iCloud+ subscription with everyone. CarPlay Next generation of CarPlay The next generation of CarPlay brings a fully integrated, immersive iPhone experience to your vehicle. Vehicle announcements coming in late 2023 [ ] More about Next generation of CarPlay Next generation of CarPlay This next generation of CarPlay is the ultimate iPhone experience for the car. It provides content for all the driver's screens including the instrument cluster, ensuring a cohesive design experience that is the very best of your car and your iPhone. Vehicle functions like radio and temperature controls are handled right from CarPlay. And personalization options ranging from widgets to selecting curated gauge cluster designs make it unique to the driver. Privacy and Security Rapid Security Response Security improvements. Applied faster than ever. [ ] More about Rapid Security Response Rapid Security Response Now your iPhone will get important security improvements between normal software updates, so you automatically stay up to date and protected against security issues. Safety Check Safety Check helps people in domestic or intimate partner violence situations review and reset the access they've granted others. Safety Check resets system privacy permissions for apps and restricts Messages and FaceTime to the device on hand. Accessibility Learn more about Accessibility Door Detection Navigate the final few feet to your destination by locating a door, identifying how far away it is, and finding out how to open it. Door Detection also reads aloud important details like room numbers and wheelchair accessible symbols.^17 Live Captions Turn audio into text in real time and follow along more easily with conversations and media.^18 Beta Control Apple Watch with iPhone Use Switch Control, Voice Control, or any other assistive feature on iPhone to control your Apple Watch. Buddy controller Team up with a friend or care provider while gaming. [ ] More about Buddy controller Buddy controller Combine two controllers into one whenever you need support during a game. Link two wireless game controllers to drive a single player and get to the next level while playing your favorite games on iPhone, iPad, or Mac. And so much more. Apple News: My Sports. Follow your favorite teams and leagues and get the best stories from hundreds of national and local publications. You can also watch highlights and get the latest scores, schedules, and standings right in your news feed. Weather. Tap forecast modules for details about air quality, local forecasts, and more. Get hourly forecasts for the next 10 days, with minute-by-minute precipitation intensity over the next hour. And receive government notifications about severe weather events like tornadoes, winter storms, flash floods, and more. Freeform. Freeform is a productivity app where you and your collaborators can bring ideas to life. Jot down notes, share files, and insert web links, documents, video, and audio. Coming later this year Apple TV. Cross-device connectivity in tvOS 16 unlocks new, connected experiences between Apple TV, Apple Watch, and iPhone. Connect your nearby devices and make TV feel more personal than ever. Spotlight. Access Spotlight directly from the Home Screen and get expanded rich results, intelligent suggestions, and even more image results from apps like Messages, Notes, and Files. You can also take actions like starting a timer or running a shortcut right from Spotlight.^19 Game Center. See your friends' play activity and achievements in the redesigned dashboard or in your Contacts app. SharePlay integration in Game Center multiplayer games means you and a friend can jump into a game together while on a FaceTime call.* Handoff in FaceTime. Easily switch devices during a FaceTime call without missing a beat. Move your call from your Mac to your iPhone or iPad with just a tap, and your connected Bluetooth headset switches over too. Reminders. Save, create, or share lists as templates to reuse them for routines, packing lists, and more. You can also pin your favorite lists for easy access, and the Today and Scheduled Lists now group items by time and date, making it easier to view and add reminders. And an all-new Completed List lets you view all of your completed reminders in one place, along with details like the time they were completed. Notes. Take a Quick Note in any app on your iPhone from the share menu. Lock a note using just your device passcode, eliminating the need to remember a separate password. New customizable filters in Smart Folders enable organization based on creation date, attachments, checklists, and more. Stocks. Create multiple watchlists to easily organize the tickers you follow. Group symbols by any criteria you choose, such as sector, asset type, ownership status, and more. Add upcoming company earnings reports to your calendar. And get even more information at a glance with new widget options. Memoji. Express yourself with new Memoji stickers and customization options like nose shapes, headwear, and hairstyles that represent more natural hair textures and curl patterns. And new Memoji contact sticker poses bring even more personality to your Contacts app. Translate. Translate text around you using the camera in the Translate app. Pause the view to get translations overlaid on text in a photo and zoom in to get a closer look, or translate text in photos from your Photos library. See the full list of what's new in iOS 16. Learn more iOS 16 is compatible with these devices. Learn more about iPhone * iPhone 14 * iPhone 14 Plus * iPhone 14 Pro * iPhone 14 Pro Max * iPhone 13 * iPhone 13 mini * iPhone 13 Pro * iPhone 13 Pro Max * iPhone 12 * iPhone 12 mini * iPhone 12 Pro * iPhone 12 Pro Max * iPhone 11 * iPhone 11 Pro * iPhone 11 Pro Max * iPhone XS * iPhone XS Max * iPhone XR * iPhone X * iPhone 8 * iPhone 8 Plus * iPhone SE (2nd generation or later) See how to update to iOS 16 Learn more Developers will love iOS, too. Learn more about developing for iOS iPadOS 16 Incredibly capable. Unmistakably iPad. See the preview macOS Ventura Works smarter. Plays harder. Goes further. See the preview Apple Footer * * Coming in an update later this year. 1. Users can edit a message for up to 15 minutes after sending it and can unsend a message for up to 2 minutes after sending it. Users can make up to 5 edits to a given message. Recipients will be able to see a record of edits made to the message. 2. Subscription required for Apple TV+. 3. Undo send is available for up to 30 seconds after sending. Select the duration under the Composing setting. 4. Available in English (Australia, Canada, India, Singapore, UK, and U.S.) and French (France). 5. Available on iPhone with A12 Bionic and later. 6. Available on iPhone with A12 Bionic and later. Available in English, Chinese, French, Italian, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Ukrainian text. 7. Requires download of speech models. Coming to iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and iPhone X later this year. 8. Available in Cantonese (Hong Kong), English (Australia, Canada, India, UK, U.S.), French (France), German (Germany), Japanese (Japan), Mandarin Chinese (China mainland, Taiwan), and Spanish (Spain). 9. Available on iPhone with A12 Bionic and later. Requires download of speech models. Available in Cantonese (Hong Kong), English (Australia, Canada, India, UK, U.S.), French (France), German (Germany), Japanese (Japan), Mandarin Chinese (China mainland, Taiwan), and Spanish (Mexico, Spain, U.S.). 10. Available on iPhone with A12 Bionic and later. Requires download of speech models. Available in Arabic (Saudi Arabia), Cantonese (China mainland, Hong Kong), English (Australia, Canada, India, Singapore, UK, U.S.), French (France), German (Germany), Italian (Italy), Japanese (Japan), Korean (South Korea), Mandarin Chinese (China mainland, Taiwan), Russian (Russia), Spanish (Mexico, Spain, U.S.), and Turkish (Turkey). 11. Coming in a future update for qualifying applicants in the United States for purchases online and in apps on iPhone and iPad. May not be available in all states. 12. Coming in an update later this year. Available on participating car brand and properties. 13. Available on iPhone 8 and later and Apple Watch Series 4 and later. Requires a driver's license or state ID added to Wallet. 14. The new Home architecture is a separate update in the Home app, and will be available in a software update later this year. It requires all Apple devices that access the home to be using the latest software. Sharing control of your home and receiving Home notifications require a home hub. Only Apple TV and HomePod are supported as home hubs. 15. Coming in an update later this year. Matter accessories require a home hub, such as an Apple TV or HomePod device. 16. The Medications feature should be not used as a substitute for professional medical judgment. Additional information is available on the labels of your medications, but please consult your healthcare provider prior to making any decisions related to your health. 17. Available on iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro, iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th and 5th generation), and iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd and 3rd generation). 18. Available in English (Canada, U.S.) on iPhone 11 and later, iPad with A12 Bionic and later, and Mac with Apple silicon. 19. Local files on device only. Live Text photo search is available on iPhone with A12 Bionic and later. Available in English, Chinese, French, Italian, German, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, and Ukrainian. * Features are subject to change. Some features, applications, and services may not be available in all regions or all languages. * Major League Baseball trademarks and copyrights are used with permission of MLB Advanced Media, L.P. All rights reserved. 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