macOS 15: A Peek at Apple’s Next-Gen Mac Operating System
Get ready, Mac users! Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) in June is just around the corner, and with it comes the highly anticipated unveiling of macOS 15. While details remain under wraps, here’s a glimpse into what we might expect.
AI Takes Center Stage
Apple is heavily invested in artificial intelligence (AI), and macOS 15 is no exception. Several AI-powered features are rumored to be on the horizon, potentially impacting various applications:
- Smarter Music Curation: Imagine AI-generated playlists that match your mood or activity perfectly.
- Effortless Writing and Presentations: AI-powered writing assistance in Pages and AI-driven slide deck creation in Keynote could become a reality.
- Coding with a Boost: Developers might rejoice with AI features aiding code writing in Xcode.
- Siri Gets a Makeover: Siri, Apple’s assistant, is rumored to be getting a significant upgrade. Expect more natural conversation capabilities, better user personalization, and seamless cross-device functionality.
- Siri & Shortcuts Become Powerhouse Duo: Siri’s improved interaction with the Shortcuts app could allow for automating complex tasks across multiple apps.
- Generative AI – A Glimpse into the Future?: There’s a whisper of a chatbot based on generative AI, potentially leveraging technology from Google or OpenAI. Alternatively, Apple might stick to using generative AI solely for system features.
Beyond AI: Exciting New Additions
macOS 15 isn’t just about AI. Here are some other rumored features:
- Enhanced Accessibility: Customizing accessibility settings with voice shortcuts and organizing live speech transcripts into categories are potential accessibility improvements.
- Freeform Gets Organized: Freeform’s “Scenes” feature might offer faster navigation and sharing of specific sections within a board.
- Maps Evolve: Custom route creation and topographic maps could be on the horizon for the Maps app.
What’s in a Name?
Since 2013, Apple has named its Mac operating system after California landmarks. This tradition is likely to continue. Potential contenders include Redwood, Grizzly, Sequoia, and many more. However, as they have done, Apple might surprise us with a non-trademarked name.
When Can We Get Our Hands On It?
Mark your calendars! The first glimpse of macOS 15 will be at the WWDC 2024 keynote on June 10th. Developers will get their hands on the first beta that same day, with a public beta likely to follow in the summer. The official public release is expected sometime in the fall, potentially in September or October.
Stay tuned for more updates as WWDC approaches!