iOS 13 release – Your iPhone is getting these blockbuster features tomorrow

Apple iOS 13

Apple iOS 13 release (Image: APPLE)

Apple iPhone fans are in for a treat tomorrow with the US technology firm releasing its blockbuster iOS 13 software to the world.

This upgrade was first announced earlier this year at Apple’s WWDC Developers Conference in San Joe, California with it not only including new updates but also improvements to performance.

Now it’s finally time for iPhone users to get their hands on this upgrade with it being confirmed the software is available from tomorrow.

There’s plenty of new features in iOS 13 and if you own an iPhone here’s when to expect it, what devices are compatible and the best updates coming to your device very soon.

WHEN WILL iOS 13 LAUNCH?

Apple never reveals an exact time for the release of its iOS updates but fans should expect news at around 6pm BST tomorrow.

This is when the US firm almost always begins pushing out its upgrades and we don’t expect 2019 to be any different.

IS MY iPHONE COMPATIBLE?

All of the latest devices will be compatible with iOS 13 but it’s worth noting that not everyone will be able to download it.

Anyone with an iPhone 6 or older will be left without access and will need to upgrade their device to access the new features.

Here’s a full list of devices that can access iOS 13:

iPhone 11 • iPhone 11 Pro • iPhone 11 Pro Max • iPhone XS • iPhone XS Max • iPhone XR • iPhone X • iPhone 8 • iPhone 8 Plus • iPhone 7 • iPhone 7 Plus • iPhone 6s • iPhone 6s Plus • iPhone SE • iPod touch (7th generation)

That means iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, and iPhone 5S are no longer getting the latest mobile operating system upgrades from Apple and will be stuck on iOS 12 forever.

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Apple iOS 13 brings new Memojis (Image: APPLE)

WHAT NEW FEATURES ARE COMING TO MY iPHONE?

Here’s an idea of some of the extras you’ll see tomorrow

NEW DARK MODE

The new Dark Mode in iOS 13 is one of the most striking changes with it completely changing the on-screen look of your device.

Once iOS 13 is installed, users will be able to turn on Dark Mode as the default setting or have it switch over to the darker look at certain times of the day.

Apple says its Dark Mode will deliver a great viewing experience, especially in low-light environments.

All of Apple’s suite of apps will get access to this new appearance with the firm also opening up this option to developers.

There could be one finally bonus of Dark Mode and that’s the possibility of extra battery life.

SIGN IN WITH APPLE

Along with looking better, iOS 13 also looks set to boost the security of your iPhone.

During its WWDC event earlier this year, Apple revealed a clever new update called “Sign in with Apple”.

Currently, when you launch a new app or website there’s often the ability to sign in using social media accounts such as Facebook.

However, doing so can leave you open to being tracked with your personal data being used to target advertising.

Now Apple users will soon be able to use their Apple ID to authenticate and Apple will protect users’ privacy by providing developers with a unique random ID.

Even in cases where developers choose to ask for a name and email address, users have the option to keep their email address private and share a unique random email address instead.

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Apple iOS 13 release brings a new keyboard experience (Image: APPLE)

YOUR IPHONE GETS FASTER

Once you install iOS 13 you may find your iPhone feels a little faster.

That’s because it’s not just new features that are coming in iOS 13 as Apple is boasting that performance will also be vastly improved.

This new OS should make the entire system more responsive with faster Face ID unlock, and a new way to package iPhone apps on the App Store that reduces app download sizes by up to 50 per cent.

This makes app updates over 60 per cent smaller and results in apps launching up to twice as fast.

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Apple iOS 13 (Image: APPLE)

IMPROVED PHOTOS

If you love snapping photos on your iPhone then there’s good news.

iOS 13 features on-device machine learning which can curate the entire image library to highlight the best photos, automatically hiding clutter and similar pictures to showcase significant events from the past day, month or year.

Photos and videos are then intelligently organised, making it easier to browse and discover favourite memories.

Photo editing also much more comprehensive and intuitive with new tools that are easier to apply, adjust and review at a glance.

With just a swipe, effects can be increased or decreased to create the perfect look, providing photographers with more creative possibilities and control over their images.

And in iOS 13, most photo editing tools are now available for video editing, making it possible to rotate, crop or apply filters right within the Photos app.

BEST OF THE REST

There’s a number of other upgrades coming to iOS 13 including some changes to Messages.

This update automatically shares a user’s name and photo or customised Memoji or Animoji, to easily identify who is in the Messages thread.

The popular Memoji characters are also automatically made into sticker packs built into the iOS keyboard, so they can be used in Messages, Mail and other apps.

And these Memoji also now feature new hairstyles, headwear, makeup, piercings and accessories.

Another new extra is something called QuickPath.

This new keyboard update brings easy one-hand typing by continuously swiping through the letters of a word.

Finally, Siri has a new, more natural voice, and Siri Shortcuts now supports Suggested Automations that provide personalised routines for things like heading to work or going to the gym.

source: express.co.uk