Apple releases macOS Sequoia public beta version to add iPhone mirroring and other functions

[ Gearbest Technology News]On July 16, Gearbestlearned that Apple released the first public beta version of the upcoming macOS Sequoia update to the public test team today, giving users the opportunity to experience the functions of the new operating system in advance before the official release in the fall. The public beta content released this time is the same as the third developer beta version.

Public test users can download macOS Sequoia through the “Software Update” section of the “System Settings” app after registering on Apple’s Beta Testing website. Opt-in to the public beta in the Beta Updates section to start the experience.

The biggest highlight of macOS Sequoia is the iPhone mirroring feature, which allows users to control the iPhone through their Mac’s keyboard and mouse. Even if the iPhone is closed or locked, users can view notifications on their Mac and use the iPhone app. Later this year, the feature will also support drag-and-drop apps from Mac to iPhone, as well as reverse operation.

In addition, macOS Sequoia has improved the window tiling function, allowing users to manage multiple windows more easily on their Mac. Safari now summarizes website content and displays highlights, while the message app supports sending messages regularly and using the Tapback function to interact with any emoji.

The new version also introduces a new password management tool for managing passwords, login information and password keys; photo apps get new designs; memo apps support audio transcription and summary functions; users can also enter any equation and get answers automatically.

macOS Sequoia also supports all the new Apple Intelligence features that iOS 18 will bring to users, bringing various improvements in their quality of life. Writing tools help users proofread and refine texts across applications, Image Playground allows users to create unique images, and Genmoji allows users to customize their emojis. Photo application has added a cleaning tool to delete unnecessary pictures, while Siri uses AI technology to improve language understanding.

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