This document provides a history of the iOS operating system from its introduction in 2007 with iOS 1 to the current iOS 16. It describes each major version, highlighting new features such as the introduction of the App Store in iOS 2, push notifications and multitasking in iOS 3/4, Siri in iOS 5, and changes to the lock screen, messaging, and focus modes in iOS 16. The document traces how iOS evolved from the initial operating system for the original iPhone to the widely used mobile platform it is today.
2. Among the technological tribe, the most popular terms associated with mobile
phones are Android and iOS. While the former allows transparency and easy
accessibility, the latter has carved a mass for itself, even though it allows strict
connectivity. But when it comes to iPhones, the loyal customers forget all of its
cones and just stick on to the beauty, elegance and the magical iOS that runs like
a pure charm.
It was on June 29, 2007, Steve Jobs, the then chairman and co-founder of
Apple.Inc launched iPhone with iOS 1. Since then, the operating system has
undergone some major upgrades, which was a result of continuous hard work and
passion towards achieving beyond the expectations of the consumer. Here, we are
glad to give you a brief sneak peek into the history of world’s favourite operating
system.
3. iOS 1 (iPhone O S 1)
The brainchild of Steve Jobs introduced the idea that an iPod, camera,
phone and internet device could be compacted inside a device that fits
in your pocket. At that time, iPhone was the actual star and other than
the technological geeks, no one was really interested in any
information about the operating system which made those phones
work flawlessly.
iPhone OS 1, as it was named, was so special among the customers
as it was designed for multi-touch operation and a 3.5” capacitive
touchscreen, which made it quick and responsive than any other
present in the market then. While comparing it with the consecutive
versions of iOS, this version lacked huge including support for native,
third-party apps. But at the time of its launch, the phone and iOS 1
created a massive buzz among the elites and technologically inclined
lot.
4. iOS 2 (iPhone O S 2)
iPhone OS 2 released a year after, on July 2008
created a major breakthrough by adding App
store, which allowed the support of native, third-
party apps. More than 500 third-party apps were
added on App store during its launch, along with
built-in 3G and GPS technology. This gave
smartphone market the capacity to think limitless,
which was visible from Google’s move just after a
month of iOS 2 launch- android released Android
Market, an older version of Play Store.
5. iOS 3 (iPhone O S 3)
On June 2009, the next upgrade - iPhone OS 3- was not about any dramatic
inventions or transformations, but they focused on fine-tuning the already
developed programs. Jobs elevated the whole iPhone using to the next level by
adding push notifications for third-party apps, parental controls, tap to focus in
the camera, in-app purchases and subscription models, universal search with
spotlight, and cut, copy, paste for the touchscreen age.
Next January, iPad was launched with an updated version of iOS 3 tailor-made
just for the new model. iTunes was also upgraded by adding options to buy
movies, TV shows and books from iPhone or iPod touch.
6. iOS 4 (iPhone O S 4)
Multitasking was the word of Apple in June
2010, when they introduced iOS 4 enabling
the user to switch between the apps in a
flash with a double press on the home
button. The feature loaded update had the
name iOS given to it, leaving behind the
word “phone” from the name of the
operating system indicating its compatibility
with iPhones, iPods and iPads. FaceTime,
multitasking, iBooks, organizing apps into
folders, Personal Hotspot, AirPlay and
AirPrint, some of the current popular OS
apps were introduced then.
7. iOS 5 (iPhone O S 5)
With the launch of iOS 5 in 2011, Apple was beginning an era of virtual assistants. Yes,
Siri was added to iPhone in this version and the whole world went crazy behind this
possibility of having a virtual assistant inside your phone, that will actually obey your tasks
and even tell you jokes. Apple was also getting ready to create new wave enemies in
future like Whatsapp, by introducing iMessage and iCloud.
8. iOS 6 (iPhone O S 6)
iOS 6, launched in 2012 witnessed a
major fail- the introduction of Apple
maps as a counter-attack on popular
google maps.It is marked as a
mediocre step from the stellar
Apple.Inc, as it didn’t makeany noise
even among Apple’smost loyal
customers or even inside Apple family.
They also removed Youtube from the
pre-installed set of apps. Some other
added features include a tighter
integration with Facebook, a new
Passbook app and the iCloud allowing
shared photo streams.
9. iOS 7 (iPhone O S 7)
The world shouted “flat is beautiful” as the new iPhone was released with an updated iOS
7. The features included Contol Centre which meant quick settings, iTunes radio service,
multitasking for all the apps, updated versions of Safari and Siri, and finally Airdrop was
introduced which enabled easy connectivity and file transfer to other iPhones.
10. iOS 8 (iPhone O S 8)
Again, in September 2014 Apple was in the
mode of fine-tuning the existing features. Firstly,
they brought together their desktops and mobile
phones closer by providing a continuity concept
enabling the user to send, edit and receive
messages or answer phone calls on both phones
and Mac. They opened up the platform wider by
allowing third-party widgets and keyboards for
users to customize their iPhone and introducing
a successful and secured payment option- Apple
pay. Also, iOS 8 engraved a new concept of
addiction- a health tracking app named health
kit.
11. iOS 9 (iPhone O S 9)
In September 2015, iOS 9 was unveiled.
Major transformation was that Siri got
way smarter- Apple named it Proactive
that is it brought back full panel spotlight
feature with intelligence. This version of
iOS felt like polishing every minute detail
to catch up with its equivalents. Apps
like notes, transit, Apple music and
news got a major fix, and 3D touch was
introduced.
12. iOS 10 (iPhone O S 10)
This time, the world witnessed a wide
opening up of Apple products to third-
party apps. Siri and iMessage were
redesigned to allow strong third-party
integration thus connecting with Uber,
Pinterest and other popular names.
Apple also shared some love to their
users by filtering the photographs by
location, facial recognition and other
details, also automatically treasured
their precious moments together into
albums and video highlights.
13. iOS 11 (iPhone O S 11)
September 11, 2017, showed the world
what is going to be the future of
smartphones. Apple once again swept
the hearts of its users by changing the
look and feel of App store- a new design
and regular editorial content helped
users find apps more easily. All the
other major improvements were
targetted on iPad, the most important
ones being new files app and dock, a
novel concept for drag and drop
interactions and simpler multitasking.
14. iOS 16 (iPhone O S 16)
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iOS 16 introduces redesigned,
customizable Lock Screens with
widgets, the ability to edit and delete
messages, improved Focus modes, an
iCloud Shared Photos Library for
families, major improvements for apps
like Mail, Home, and Wallet, and much
more.
