Chapter 1: Anticipating iOS 16

The excitement surrounding WWDC 22 is palpable. For years, I have yearned for features that have long been available on Android, and the previous versions of iOS—13, 14, and 15—left me wanting more. However, iOS 16 seems poised to fulfill the desires of many users, particularly those who recently transitioned to iPhones, like myself two years ago. Below is a comprehensive overview of the anticipated features based on credible sources.

#1. Landscape Mode

One of the most frustrating experiences is when my iPhone unexpectedly switches to portrait mode during an intense scene while streaming on Netflix. Although I can manually switch the orientation to landscape, locking it has always been a challenge. With the upcoming iOS 16 update, there are rumors that Apple will introduce a locked landscape mode accessible from the Control Center, a change that binge-watchers will surely welcome.

#2. Enhanced Multi-tasking

Apple's chips are impressively powerful, capable of executing trillions of operations per second. However, even with such advanced hardware, iPhones have yet to adopt split-screen multitasking, a feature present in Android devices since 2010. Fortunately, iOS 16 is rumored to finally introduce this capability, allowing users to work with multiple applications simultaneously, potentially with drag-and-drop functionality.

#3. Complete Control Over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Despite years of use, I still find it puzzling that Apple does not permit users to fully disable Wi-Fi and Bluetooth from the Control Center. Instead, it merely disconnects them temporarily until the next day. This behavior can be particularly annoying after using AirDrop. Fortunately, the upcoming iOS 16 update is rumored to allow full disconnection of these features directly from the Control Center.

#4. Interactive Widgets

Imagine a world where you can control your apps directly from widgets without needing to open them. The rumored interactive widgets in iOS 16 could allow users to scroll through emails, adjust brightness, manage music, and even control home appliances—all from the home screen. This feature would significantly enhance user convenience.

#5. Always-On Display

The much-anticipated always-on display feature, which requires an OLED screen for energy efficiency, may finally make its debut in iOS 16. While Android devices have offered this functionality for years, iPhones have lagged behind. However, rumors suggest that iPhones with OLED displays could soon support this feature, which would be particularly useful for quickly checking the time or notifications.

#6. Car Crash Detection

iOS 16 may introduce a car crash detection feature that utilizes embedded motion sensors to identify accidents and automatically contact emergency services, similar to the fall detection feature available on the Apple Watch.

#7. Emergency Satellite Communication

Additionally, it is rumored that Apple plans to implement an emergency satellite calling feature for iPhone 14 models under iOS 16. This capability would allow users to send messages in emergency situations where cellular service is unavailable.

#8. Health App Enhancements

The Health app is also expected to receive significant upgrades, including improved sleep tracking and a new pill management tool that helps users scan and organize their medications, along with new health tracking features for women.

#9. Major Icon Redesigns

iOS 16 is rumored to feature a complete redesign of icons, similar to the updates seen with Maps and Weather in previous versions, ensuring a modern and cohesive look.

#10. Potential Support for Apple’s AR/VR Headset

Lastly, there have been long-standing rumors about Apple's development of an AR/VR headset, which may receive support from iOS 16.

As for compatibility, reports suggest that iOS 16 may not support older devices such as the iPhone 6s, 6s Plus, and the original iPhone SE.

Conclusion

All these rumored features indicate a promising future for iOS 16, including the highly anticipated always-on display, landscape mode, and interactive widgets. With the hardware capabilities in place, I sincerely hope Apple addresses the criticisms from Android users with these updates.

The first video titled "iOS 16 is Better Than We Think - Here's Why" explores the exciting possibilities of iOS 16 and how it may surprise users with its new features.

The second video, "iPhone 16: New Features Hands-On & Mini Review," provides a hands-on look at the iPhone 16's features and enhancements that users can expect.