In about 3 months, Apple will hold a major event to introduce new software updates at its annual WWDC. It will likely feature iOS 18, iPadOS 18 and macOS 15, along with some exciting new features. In this article, I'll share the most interesting rumors about the potential features of the upcoming macOS 15.
Notification syncing with iPhone and iPad
This rumor started circulating right after macOS 14 Sonoma launched last June. If the feature is implemented, users could still receive iPhone notifications while working on their MacBook. People are hoping for it because you can easily miss important iPhone notifications when you spend several hours straight focused on a Mac. If the information isn't important, missing it is acceptable, but if it is, overlooking it can cause a lot of unwanted trouble.
Health, Translate and other apps for macOS 15
Right now, iOS has many apps that aren't available on macOS, such as Health and Translate. Rumor has it that in the upcoming macOS 15, Apple will bring more iPhone and iPad apps to the Mac to make its ecosystem more cohesive. The Health app will also be improved with a larger interface, making it easier for people who care about health metrics to follow charts and related information.
iPhone-style stack widgets
With macOS Sonoma, Apple introduced desktop widgets, but the implementation wasn't complete. They lack stack widgets like those on the iPhone, which let users group several widgets into one and easily view information from different apps by swiping left and right. Last year was the first time Apple brought widgets to macOS, so it's quite possible that stack widgets will improve the feature this year.
Expanding the range of iOS apps in the macOS 15 App Store
You may already know that since MacBooks switched to M-series chips, users have been able to run many iOS apps on macOS. This brings plenty of benefits, such as installing a school's management app on macOS for easy access whenever you need it. Since most people spend a large share of each day on their MacBook, the problem is that some iOS apps still can't run on current macOS. The software community is hoping Apple will support developers more so that macOS 15 can be compatible with more iOS apps in the future.
AI in Siri and Spotlight
One of Apple's biggest decisions of the past decade is its renewed investment in artificial intelligence (AI). Apple will likely put more emphasis on AI at the WWDC event expected this June. Recently, many rumors have said Apple will integrate AI into Siri and Spotlight. With Siri, AI could learn user habits to improve performance and response speed whenever users make a request. With Spotlight, AI could be used to find information quickly and summarize content on web pages or in apps. AI-related features are expected to be the main focus of the upcoming WWDC.
Easier backups, like iOS / iPadOS
MacBooks currently offer several backup methods, such as Time Machine or syncing folders with iCloud; however, backing up all the data on a MacBook is still not as simple as on an iPhone. On an iPhone, users can open settings and choose backup, and after switching to a new device, they just sign in to iCloud and pick the backup file, and the remaining steps happen automatically. One strength of iPhone backup is that it keeps almost all data, from installed apps to the user's wallpaper, something current macOS still can't do.
Clipboard management
This is a feature many MacBook users have wanted in macOS for a long time, especially those who work heavily with text. It lets users store multiple copied pieces of text in one place for easy access and use when needed. It's also something I've personally been waiting for.
Bringing all the software closer together
Over the years, Apple has pursued a strategy of making macOS more similar to iOS, and that direction may well continue in macOS 15. Based on current rumors, macOS 15 will likely align its interface and features with all of Apple's other software platforms, including iOS, iPadOS, and even tvOS and visionOS.
Some other changes are less likely
- Customizing the notch with Live Activities
- A redesigned menu bar
- Redesigned app icons
- New lock screen and desktop
- A refreshed Finder app
Several changes have recently been rumored for macOS 15 in the near future. Personally, I have high hopes for Apple's AI capabilities, and I especially like the idea of syncing notifications between iOS and macOS. What about you? Which specific feature are you hoping to see in the new version of macOS?
Source: Tinhte.vn
