This function is what Apple users have been calling for, but the multitasking function launched by Apple this time can only be realized on iPad Air 2.
Apple has optimized three functions for multitasking:
The functions of 1 and Slide Over allow users to quickly switch between two applications, which can be implemented on iPad Air, iPad Air 2, iPad mini 2 and iPad mini 3.
2. Split screen viewing function, which can divide the screen into two parts and run two applications at the same time. It also supports multiple interfaces of the same application. For example, two tags can be placed side by side in Safari browser. This function can only be implemented on iPad Air 2 at present.
3. Picture-in-picture function: If the user wants to watch or reply to the email while watching the video, the video will be left on the screen in the form of a floating window, and the size and position can be adjusted at will.
Second, the spotlight function
Now that Apple Spotlight is in the position of global search, there will be a brand-new interface below. In the search bar at the top, you can enter text through the keyboard or give commands with Siri voice. The whole interface shows the contacts you talked to recently, the applications you used, and the places you may be interested in.
Humanized perception is also a new core function of Siri and Spotlight, which can learn the habits of users. Apple said that letters about address books, calendars, passbooks, maps, music, etc.
Information will be integrated into new functions. More importantly, the Spotlight search function opens the api, and it can also search the in-app information provided by the third application to ensure that the information searched by users is more acceptable.
Depend, richer, more humanized and more linked.
Simply put, Siri has become a smarter assistant and Spotlight has become a smarter search engine. After optimization and upgrade, Siri's speed and accuracy increased by 40%. at present
Siri will have a powerful self-learning function, which can not only judge according to your time and place, open applications and connected devices, but also predict your next move. For example, live Apple's demonstration:
Siri can find a photo or a video accurately, and it is very easy to search for a picture at a certain time.
When the device is connected to the headset, Siri will suggest the playlist or audiobook you played recently.
Support to analyze the contents of currently opened programs and establish reminders, such as reminding users to remember to read an article browsed in Safari online.
Music that you often listen to while driving can be played automatically when you get on the bus.
Incoming calls can automatically search for information, and after comparison, the route of the phone number will be displayed.
Search for potatoes, and the contents of the recipe application will be displayed without opening the application.
When you pick up the iPhone in the morning, it will prompt you for the application you want to open according to your daily habits.
Support direct search scores, activity schedules, movies, unit conversion, in-app information, etc.
Third, stronger gameplay.
IOS9 adds GameplayKit, ReplayKit and Model I/O functions, which improves the game performance of IOS in all directions.
Fourth, news.
IOS9 has added a news application, which is an aggregate reading application. Developed by Apple itself, users can completely customize the news source, and all the news content they pay attention to will be quickly pushed to users. The longer the time, the more accurate the recommended content. Currently, this feature is only available in the United States, Australia and the United Kingdom.
Verb (short for verb) Apple Pay
The upgraded Apple Pay supports the addition of various shopping and catering points cards, which can be redeemed for reward points. When the device is close to the card reader, Apple Pay will automatically select the corresponding card. At the same time, the Passbook application was renamed Wallet to store various integral membership cards.
Memo of intransitive verbs
The function of iOS9 built-in memo has been greatly improved, and many practical functions have been added. The content of other applications such as Safari browser can be directly added to the memo, add shopping list, and start the camera to add pictures. Memos have been fully upgraded on Mac, iPad and iPhone, and Apple devices support synchronization through iCloud.
Seven, Apple Map
Apple Maps has added a bus navigation function to support the factual route navigation function of buses, subways, trains and other means of transportation. Through map navigation, you can quickly find the entrance and exit of the bus. This function has been launched in new york, San Francisco, London, Paris and other big cities, and China cities such as Beijing, Chengdu, Wuhan and Guangzhou will also support Apple Maps in the first time.
In addition, the new map application can help users search for fresh and interesting things around their location, such as nearby restaurants, bars, shopping centers and various ongoing activities, and can also find places that support Apple Pay.
Eight, QuickType keyboard
The QuickType keyboard adds the shortcut bar shortcut function. When the iPad is connected to an external keyboard, the external keyboard supports more shortcut keys and gestures.
Nine, the application becomes "small"
IOS9 can support users to download applications suitable for their own devices, which means that the application will start faster and smoother, and the size of the application will be smaller, which is more suitable for users' devices.
X. Other performance optimization
The application of system pre-installation adopts metal technology, which improves the overall visual performance and is smoother and more beautiful.
After upgrading iOS9 system for iPhone6, the battery can last 1 hour in daily use.
The space occupied by iOS9 system is much less than that of iOS8.
IOS9 updated the ultra-low power consumption mode and increased the battery life by 3 hours. When the battery is low, it will automatically start the power saving mode and automatically extend the service time.