iOS 7 Features, Release Date Announced By Apple

At Apple’s WWDC press conference, Tim Cook announced the upcoming release of the iOS7 operating system and gave a preview of what changes can be expected on the tech company’s devices.

First and foremost is the new software’s overall design, which will be a clear departure from previous versions. On Apple’s devices, texture has played a large part in the appearance of the apps – but no longer. The iOS 7 has a much cleaner, sleeker design. There will be less patterns and archaic looking buttons like the Notes app and more white space and vibrant colors. Mail, Calendar and Music will all look drastically different.

Using the camera app on iOS 7 will also be a new experience. Although the new software won’t be changing the megapixels, it will allow for an improved photo-editing experience. Filters akin to those available through Instagram can be applied with a few taps, and new organizing features will sort photos according to the date and location in which they were taken.

Another feature that will surely make the iPhone a more intuitive device is the Control Center. Swipe up on the phone with the new operating system and a convenient panel appears that allows users to skip the clunky task of sifting through the settings menu. Brightness, volume, Wi-Fi connection and other controls are all easily accessible through the new Control Center. Music and the new built-in flashlight can also be found in this addition.

Last but not least is a change that’s coming to Siri. With iOS 7, Siri’s voice can be either a male or a female. Siri will also now be able to access Wikipedia, Bing and Twitter and display the search results.

"This is the biggest change to iOS since the introduction of the iPhone," Cook said during the event.

iOS 7 can be downloaded from the iTunes store onto the iPhone 4, 4s, 5; the iPad with Retina and the Mini; and the 5th generation iPod Touch starting Sept. 18.

– Chelsea Regan

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