INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Apple has just released the final version of iOS 13
This update brings many much needed quality-of-life improvements — and there are also a bunch of new features
The update is currently rolling out and is available both over-the-air in the Settings app, and by plugging your device into iTunes for a
wired update.
Many people try to download these major updates at the same time
Apple usually implements a queue system to ensure speedy downloads once you&re at the front of the queue.
iOS 13 is compatible with the
iPhone 6s or later, the iPhone SE or the 7th-generation iPod touch
If you have an iPad and you are looking for iPadOS 13, it&ll be available on September 30 (Update: September 24) with the release of iOS and
iPadOS 13.1.
But first, backup your device
Make sure your iCloud backup is up to date by opening the Settings app on your iPhone or iPad and tapping on your account information at the
top and then on your device name
Additionally, you can also plug your iOS device into your computer to do a manual backup in iTunes (or do both, really).
Don''t forget to
encrypt your backup in iTunes
It is much safer if somebody hacks your computer
And encrypted backups include saved passwords and health data
This way, you don''t have to reconnect to all your online accounts.
Once this is done, you should go to the Settings app as soon as possible
Navigate to ‘Settings,& then ‘General& and then ‘Software Update.& Then you should see ‘Update Requested…& It will then
automatically start downloading once the download is available.
Here a quick rundown of what new in iOS 13
This year, in addition to dark mode, it feels like every single app has been improved with some quality-of-life updates
The Photos app features a brand new gallery view with autoplaying live photos and videos, smart curation and a more immersive design.
This
version has a big emphasis on privacy as well, thanks to a new signup option called &Sign in with Apple& and a bunch of privacy popups for
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi consent, and background location tracking
Apple Maps now features an impressive Google Street View-like feature called Look Around
It only available in a handful of cities, but I recommend… looking around, as everything is in 3D.
Many apps have been updated, such as
Reminders with a brand new version, Messages with the ability to set a profile picture shared with your contacts, Mail with better text
formatting options, Health with menstrual cycle tracking, Files with desktop-like features, Safari with a new website settings menu,
etc.
While you download the update, why don''t you head over to my review and read about all the new features in iOS 13.
