Apple Developer Conference preview: In addition to iOS 9, here are some other things to watch

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The 2015 Apple WWDC Developer Conference will be held in San Francisco from June 8 to 12, Pacific Time. In the past few weeks, news about the new iOS and OS X has been revealed one after another. As in previous years, we may also see more software and even hardware new products at this year's keynote. So what else is worth paying attention to besides the new system? We have sorted out the information points that may be announced at this developer conference.

iOS 9

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Every year, Apple's WWDC developer conference will basically showcase the latest Apple iOS system, and this year will certainly be no exception. Currently, there are many rumors that Apple will launch iOS 9. The new system may be more proactive in operation management. The existing search function of iOS will be replaced by a new user interface, which will have more linkage with contacts, maps, applications, etc. For example, when you have a to-do list to complete or want to send an email, the system can provide different operation interfaces based on the user's usage habits.

In addition, iOS 9 may also change some map functions, including the addition of public transportation navigation, which will make the map function more interesting and allow you to find places of interest near your destination. Of course, this has already been achieved on many third-party maps.

In the new version, Apple Music streaming music service will become a key feature. Here you can use the resources obtained from Beats Music to join a music social network, where you can share songs, pictures, videos and even concert content with others.

Another thing is the highly anticipated Force Touch application. Rumor has it that Apple will add the Force Touch feature to the next generation iPhone 6s, but the biggest question at the moment is how iOS 9 will provide more application modes for the Force Touch pressure-sensing technology for the iPhone.

In general, iOS 9 will retain the overall interface style of iOS 7 and iOS 8, and the upgrade is not significant. Considering the lack of system stability before, iOS 9 should also make in-depth improvements in the stability of the system itself and Siri.

OS X 10.11

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It has been more than 7 months since Apple released Mac OS X 10.10 Yosemite. With WWDC2015 approaching, everyone's attention is now focused on the next generation OS X 10.11 system.

We know that in order to maintain the unity of the system, Yosemite system uses a bright flat icon style similar to iOS 7. Now there is news that the next generation OS X 10.11 will focus on improving the performance of the underlying system and pay more attention to user experience. Apple may plan to bring a new font to iOS 9 and OS X 10.11, which is the San Francisco font that has been used on Apple Watch before. This font has a more gorgeous display effect and is easier to read. However, changing the font is not easy, after all, the fonts of all applications need to match the new font.

In terms of functions, OS X 10.11 may add a window adsorption function. When the application interface or window is close to the edge of the screen, it will be automatically hidden. This function has been missing in OS X for 6 years. Although similar effects can be achieved with the help of third-party tools, the fluency is definitely not as good as the native one.

Generally speaking, developers will be able to get the preview version of OS X 10.11 after attending the keynote speech, and the official version will be officially available for users to upgrade in the fall of 2015. Considering that OS X Yosemite and OS X Mavericks were both free upgrades before, it is very likely that OS X 10.11 will continue to be free this time. In addition, competitor Microsoft has already made Windows 10 completely free, so Apple is unlikely to switch to a paid method.

Apple Watch System

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Last month, Apple officially released the latest system update 1.0.1 for Apple Watch, which includes performance improvements, new Emoji expressions and new languages. However, it is predictable that Apple may bring more upgrades to the Apple Watch system at this developer conference.

According to recent news, Apple is considering adding personalized watch faces, Find My Watch apps, and the ability to control Apple TV to the Apple Watch. Perhaps Cook will also announce the mysterious sales figures for the Apple Watch at the conference.

Apple Pay

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Apple Pay news may also be announced at the developer conference, perhaps a new payment service or project. In order to promote the use of Apple Pay, Apple may provide some exclusive privileges to those users who use Apple Pay. In addition, Apple may also reveal more countries and regions that will be involved in Apple Pay business at this developer conference.

HomeKit

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HomeKit is a smart home platform released by Apple in 2014. This platform allows different smart hardware to be connected, such as thermostats, smart locks, smart light bulbs, etc. Some time ago, Apple announced that the first batch of smart home devices supporting the HomeKit platform will be available next month, which can't help but lead to speculation that Apple is expected to announce more new plans and products related to the platform at this WWDC. In addition, a dedicated "Home" application for HomeKit may also become part of iOS 9.

Apple TV

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Not long ago, the Wall Street Journal wrote that Apple will abandon plans to launch Apple TV in the future, and instead continue to provide updated services for the Apple TV set-top box. Currently, it is reported that the new Apple Watch set-top box will provide new content agreements and will be equipped with a small touchpad remote control. However, the probability of supporting 4K resolution is not very high, but support for Siri and HomeKit will be added.

other

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Compared to the hot iPhone, the current situation of iPad is not optimistic. From the previously released financial reports, iPad sales have declined significantly. Currently, the most common rumors about iPad are that Apple may launch a 12.9-inch iPad Pro. Looking back at the previous WWDC, Apple often likes to bring new MacBooks to the developer conference, and this time it may also usher in the latest Retina version of MacBook Air, and add the Force Touch trackpad previously shown on the new MacBook.

In addition, maybe you have already forgotten the classic iPod Touch, but now there are rumors that Apple is planning to launch an upgraded version of this device, and I wonder if it will be announced at this WWDC. And with the exposure of iPhone 6s information, we can be sure that those new products will be unveiled one by one at Apple's new product launch conference this fall.