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History of iOS (Full Documentary)

Apple Explained・55 minutes read

iOS has evolved significantly since its inception in 2007, expanding to various industries and introducing new features with each version release, while also facing challenges like the criticism of Apple Maps' inaccuracies and the removal of Scott Forstall from Apple's team in 2013.

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The development of iOS started in 2005 with a secretive team at Apple led by Steve Jobs, focusing on creating a touch-based interface with multitouch gestures.
The introduction of the App Store in iPhone OS 2 was a significant milestone, with 500 apps downloaded ten million times in three days, revolutionizing mobile software distribution.
The release of iOS 7 in 2013 marked a notable shift in Apple's design language, transitioning to a minimal and flat design from skeuomorphism, introducing features like Control Center and AI predicting app usage.

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Recent questions

What is iOS?
Operating system for Apple devices.
What features did iOS 2 introduce?
App Store, screenshot capture, geotagging.
What was the major change in iOS 7 design?
Transition to minimal and flat design.
What were the key features of iOS 10?
Interactive notifications, 3D Touch, Siri for developers.
What were the major updates in iOS 14?
App Library, widgets, Picture-in-picture mode.

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Summary

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"iOS: Revolutionizing Mobile Software and Beyond"

iPhone OS 1 iOS was introduced in 2007, revolutionizing mobile phone software.
iOS expanded its influence to various industries like tablets, watches, cars, and refrigerators.
Development of iOS began in 2005 with a secretive team at Apple, led by Steve Jobs.
Two groups within the team worked on different versions of the iPhone, one focusing on iPod conversion and the other on simplifying Mac OS X.
The final version of iOS, based on Mac OS X, featured a touch-based interface with multitouch gestures.
iPhone OS 2 in 2008 introduced the App Store, a significant addition to the iPhone's success.
The App Store's launch surpassed expectations, with 500 apps downloaded ten million times in three days.
iPhone OS 2 also brought features like screenshot capture, photo geotagging, and improved Mail functionality.
iPhone OS 2 included parental controls, a scientific mode for the calculator, and new language support.
iPhone OS 3 in 2009 expanded the App Store, introduced In-App Purchases, push notifications, and cut, copy, and paste features.

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Evolution of iOS: Features and Controversies

iOS 4 introduced a unified inbox for email accounts, allowing users to view and respond to emails more efficiently.
Users could now open attachments with apps, such as OmniGraffle files, directly from their emails.
New apps like iBooks and Game Center were added, enhancing the reading and gaming experience on iPhones.
Apple launched iAds, a mobile advertising service, aiming to combine TV ad emotions with internet ad interactivity.
iOS 5 introduced Notification Center, allowing users to manage all notifications in one place and access weather and stock widgets.
Newsstand, a new feature, was met with confusion as it held magazine subscriptions and couldn't be deleted.
Twitter integration was added to iOS 5, enabling users to sign in once and tweet directly from various apps.
Safari received new features like Reader View and Reading List, enhancing the reading experience across devices.
Reminders app was introduced in iOS 5, allowing users to set time-based and location-based reminders.
iOS 5 marked the debut of iMessage, a messaging service with advanced features like delivery receipts and encryption.
iOS 6 brought Siri to the iPad, improved its knowledge base, and introduced features like Eyes Free for car integration.
Facebook integration was added to iOS 6, allowing users to post content directly from native apps.
Do Not Disturb feature was introduced in iOS 6 to silence notifications and calls temporarily.
FaceTime and iMessage were enhanced to work seamlessly across all Apple devices in iOS 6.
Safari in iOS 6 received updates like iCloud Tabs, offline reading lists, and the ability to upload photos to websites.
Passbook, a new app in iOS 6, stored tickets, boarding passes, and rewards cards, suggesting them based on time and location.
The Maps app in iOS 6, using Apple's data instead of Google's, initially introduced features like turn-by-turn navigation and flyover.
However, Apple Maps faced severe criticism for numerous errors and inaccuracies, leading to a public apology from Tim Cook.

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Apple Maps Apology Leads to iOS 7

Tim Cook apologized for Apple Maps' shortcomings, offering alternatives like Bing, MapQuest, and Waze, or Google and Nokia maps.
Scott Forstall, the creator of Apple Maps, disagreed with the criticism and refused to sign Cook's apology letter.
Forstall's refusal to sign led to his removal from Apple's team in 2013, causing a significant shakeup in the executive team.
Jonathan Ive took over software design in addition to hardware, leading to the highly anticipated release of iOS 7 in 2013.
iOS 7 marked a significant shift in Apple's design language, transitioning to a minimal and flat design from skeuomorphism.
New features in iOS 7 included Control Center for quick access to settings, AI predicting app usage, and AirDrop for file sharing.
The camera interface was simplified in iOS 7, with live photo filters and a reorganized Photos app based on location and time.
Siri received a new interface and improved voice in iOS 7, along with new features like twitter integration and CarPlay.
Despite some resistance, iOS 7 was well-received by users, with almost 90% upgrading to it within nine months of release.
iOS 8 introduced interactive notifications, QuickType keyboard predictions, continuity between Apple devices, and family sharing features.

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Evolution of iOS: News, Music, Siri, Maps

iOS 9 introduced a new app called News, allowing users to select preferred publications and presenting stories in an engaging format.
Low power mode in iOS 9 extended device use by three hours, requiring only 1.3GB of free space for upgrade.
Apple Music debuted on iOS 9 as a music streaming service rivaling Spotify.
iOS 10 focused on enhancing user experience with features like faster Touch ID, raise to wake, and 3D Touch for notifications.
Siri was opened to developers in iOS 10, enabling tasks like messaging and booking rides.
Photos in iOS 10 utilized deep learning for facial recognition, object identification, and creating Memories based on locations and people.
Maps in iOS 10 was revamped with advanced search, traffic updates, and quick access to gas stations and food along routes.
iOS 10 introduced the Home app for smart home control, allowing scenes creation and interactive notifications.
Messages in iOS 10 featured rich links, larger emoji display, bubble effects, handwritten messages, and full-screen effects like fireworks.
iOS 11 brought Dark Mode, optimized performance, intelligent reminders in the app, and a major update to Apple Maps with Look Around feature and enhanced privacy measures like Sign In With Apple.

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Apple's iOS Updates: Features and Enhancements

HomeKit Secure Video allows Apple to analyze video footage in a user's home using their iPad, HomePod, or Apple TV, encrypting it before sending it to iCloud.
Memoji customization options were expanded, with the addition of Memoji stickers for devices with Face ID or an A9 chip.
Photos introduced new editing effects applicable to video footage, along with intelligent organization in the days, months, and years tabs for a more personalized viewing experience.
Announce Messages in iOS 13 allowed Siri to read text messages, while audio sharing and Handoff with HomePod were well-received features.
CarPlay received a significant update with redesigned apps, a new Siri, and a widgets dashboard for streamlined navigation.
iOS 14 introduced the App Library for app organization, widgets on the home screen, and Picture-in-picture mode previously exclusive to iPad.
Siri's update included a new compact interface, while the new Translate app featured conversation mode for real-time language translation.
Apple Maps added Guides, cycling directions, and EV Routing, along with the digital car key feature and App Clips for quick app access.
iOS 15 brought improvements to FaceTime with Spacial Audio, Voice isolation, and SharePlay, along with enhanced Messages features like pinned conversations and shared links organization.

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