iOS 8 isout right now.
Here’s a list of all the new stuff that really matters.
Interactive Notifications
you might now interact with notifications right when they happen.
Likewise, you could interact with third-party app notifications the same way.
you’re able to do the same actions from the Notification Center.
you could now also leave a thread or turn on do not disturb on a thread.
You’ll also get a new attachment view to get a view of everything in a thread.
iOS 8 also now lets you send voice and video messages right in iMessages.
These messages self-destruct after a set amount of time.
you’re free to also now share your current location with anyone for a set duration of time.
You cancheck out our guideto all the new messaging features here.
It’s a little clunky at first, but hopefully will learn as it goes.
If not, you canalways turn it off.
Third-Party Keyboards
iOS 8 lets you install third-party keyboards.
This includes keyboards like Swype, SwiftKey, Fleksy, and whatever else supports it.
We’ll have a roundup of the best once they’re available.
Recents Menu for Contacts
Your Favorites menu is now on your multi-tasking screen.
Swipe left to get the Archive/Delete/Flag/More menu, and swipe right to mark as read/unread.
Spotlight Enhancements
Spotlight gets a number of the features from OS X Yosemite.
Widgets In Notification Center
Notification Center now supports widgets.
Any app in the App Store can add a widget into Notification Center.
For example, you could get access to sports scores, eBay listings, and whatever else.
Extensions in Safari
Safari now supports internet tool extensions.
This includes iBooks, music, shows, and more for up to six family members.
To set it up, just head to controls > iCloud > Set Up Family Sharing.
This also means all your photos are stored in iCloud so they’re easy to find.
This includes any apps you have that are tracking sleep, steps, and more.
you could then integrate all this information with Mayo Clinic so your doctor has access to this information.
New 3D Graphics Engine
iOS 8 includes a new 3D graphics system called Metal.
This makes it so iOS 8 can render better 3D graphics and better integration with desktop development kits.
Touch ID Works In Any App
Touch ID is now accessible by any app.
This means an app like Day One can be password protected by your fingerprint.
For nowDo not enable iCloud Driveunless you’re ready to lose everything you already have stored there.
This includes any app that works with Homekit and is connected to Wi-Fi.
Essentially, it works similar to the Health app, but for your home automation systems.
you’ve got the option to read about how it’llwork on your Mac here.
