A little software update dropped by Apple before next week’s WWDC. It was all about iMessages and your HomePod.
Just one week is left in the launching of iOS 12. Nevertheless, in the meantime, the hottest version of iOS is available to download. Last year, it promised us to bring two features in iOS 11.4: Airplay2 and iMessages in iCloud.
Airplay 2 brings stereo dual-HomePod music playback to HomePods. It is all about multiroom audio and will work on Apple TV. It can be controlled with iPads and iPhones.
However, one more important feature in iOS is the long-expected accumulation of Messages in iCloud, which syncs through all devices and removes iMessages from everything. So, you would not get quite as spammed. In addition, it supports iMessages so that any new device in the account can attain old iMessages without reinstating a backup.
Messages in iCloud will utilize end on encryption and consumes cloud storage rather than local storage for message attachments and archives. In addition, it also performs with SMS across devices.
The update was pushed around 10 a.m. PT Tuesday. It was compatible with both iPads and iPhones. In addition, Apple TV is receiving an update to TVOS version 11.4.
Additional AirPlay 2 and HomePod Coverage
Multiroom audio refers that you must be able to play the similar audio on various HomePods or Apple TVs at a time.
Stereo sound allows you to set up two HomePods next to one other in the same room to enhance the sole HomePod’s already finest sound quality.
Other than controlling Airplay from your iPad and iPhone’s Control Center, you must sign up Siri to play your preferred party mix on more than one speaker.
Additional iMessages in iCloud Coverage
Allowing Messages in iCloud is an easy procedure, taking just a few seconds on every device. For iOS devices:
- Open settings
- Tap on your name
- Slide the switch next to messages to the on position.
Replicate the procedure on every device you want to keep in sync.
Continue utilizing the Messages app as you typically would. The most important transformation is going to be when it comes to setting up a new device or removing message threads. This means no more managing your list of conversations on various devices.
