Top 5 iOS 15 Features

On September 20, 2021, Apple users received one of Apple’s most refined software updates to date: iOS 15. With multiple design enhancements and productivity developments, iOS 15 is one of the most useful updates we have seen from Apple. While there are many great features that came to Apple products with this update, here are the top 5 features you will want to try.

5. Background Sounds

Have you ever had to pull up YouTube to find relaxing sounds, only to be incredibly annoyed that you can’t do anything else while they are playing? Well fear not! Now, you can change your audio/visual accessibility settings to play a wide array of sounds such as Bright Noise, Ocean, Rain, or Stream. These sounds can even be played while your phone is locked and over other audio sources. If you’re feeling extra fancy, you can add the sound controls to your control center for easy access.

4. Enhanced Weather App

If you have recently checked your weather app in the new iOS 15, you may have noticed there is a complete design revamp! Weather has never looked this clean. The flow makes the information much easier to read and to understand. On top of this sleek new design, Apple has finally incorporated weather maps to their app! By simply clicking the map icon at the bottom left of the weather app, you can now view Rain, Temperature, and Air Quality forecasts on the map for all of your saved locations.

3. Enhanced Apple Maps

You will also notice that Apple has revamped the design of their maps. Especially in more urban areas, buildings can be found in more detail through 3d models. If you’re in the city, you can also use augmented reality to give detailed walking directions in real-time.

2. Live Text

One of the most incredible technological advancements of this update is the new live text AI. Now with any photo, video, or even within the camera itself, your phone can identify text. This allows you to copy and paste text from pictures, translate road signs, and so much more!

1. Focus Modes

One of the most useful and productive features of the new iOS 15 is the brand-new focus modes. Instead of plain old do not disturb mode, you can now tailor your notifications to any situation. With one button you can now filter notifications and who can contact you. You can even have your phone predict when each mode is needed based on your daily routine.