iOS 10 Review

Luke Young, Staff Writer

15262606363_2ba5517ab4_oWhether you love it or hate it, it’s here.

Apple has done it again…

With the yearly release of the new iPhone, comes a new version of the operating system used to run the Apple mobile devices, iOS. In the tenth installment of iOS, users have been given a variety of new features. But some claim that the new update just isn’t for them.

One of the biggest things Apple has changed is the iMessage app. With iOS 10 users can send pictures in the background of their messages, add effects to their text, and even play games with friends through the texting app. Users can also download apps that modify the experience and allow stickers to be placed on messages, videos or lyrics to be sent, or start a game of battleship. With technology improving constantly, the possibilities for enhancements of the iMessage app seem endless.

Another feature that is more controversial is the emojis. Apple updated the look of their emojis in iOS 10, and some users just can’t get into it. Many diversified emojis have been added also. For example there is now a “single parent” emoji.

Many of the features have gotten a new look. Apple music has received an all new layout, as well as a new “Maps” app. The pull down tab has been reworked, and a new information screen has been added that shows upcoming events, app suggestions, and top news stories. You can also customize this screen with widgets.

One of the things most loved by iOS 10 users is the ability to delete apps that you previously couldn’t. These apps include the stocks app, watch app, contacts, compass, reminders, news, etc. These apps took up space, and allow for people who didn’t use them to have more space for the things that they will use.

These new features added by Apple are meant to improve the experience that users have while using their products, but no matter how hard they work, Apple won’t be able to please everyone. The poll posted below by @BElivewire on Twitter shows the students of Bullitt East’s feelings towards the iOS 10 update. 42% of students love it, 26% hate it, and 36% refuse to download it.

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