Apple’s macOS Sequoia now available: New features, eligible devices and how to update

Apple has started rolling out its next desktop operating system named macOS Sequoia. The latest macOS version is eligible on more than 10 devices, including MacBooks, iMac, and Mac Mini/Studio devices.

macOS Sequoia brings in a slew of features to make the user experience on Apple Mac devices better and more convenient. Let’s see all the new features in the latest version of Apple’s Mac operating system, the eligible devices, and how you can update your system.

What’s new in macOS Sequoia?

iPhone Mirroring

Apple’s macOS Sequoia comes with more than seven new features and changes, starting with iPhone Mirroring. This one is for those who own an iPhone alongside a Mac device. iPhone Mirroring is the newest continuity feature that lets you access and engage with your iPhone from your Mac.

This means you can not only see your iPhone just as it is on your Mac, but also control it while the screen is turned off, so that nobody sees what’s happening on your iPhone. It also works with StandBy, so you can continue to glance at the clock on your iPhone, while using the device from Mac.

Safari gets supercharged

macOS Sequoia brings a supercharged version of Safari, although, it’s the same one available on the latest iOS 18 operating system for iPhones. Safari can now show you Highlights of a webpage, it could be a summary of an article, or a quick link to a movie or address.

Furthermore, the Reader mode has received a redesign with a more streamlined view that shows summary and table of contents. There’s also the Distraction Control that can let you hide unnecessary items on a webpage, such as a mature advert or something irrelevant.

Dedicated Passwords app  

Apple has added a dedicated Passwords app to Mac, thanks to Sequoia. The Passwords app can not only store passkeys, but also save passwords across apps and websites for you. It can also store your Wi-Fi passwords and other credentials in one place.

It’s an all-in-one app that takes on popular apps like LastPass and 1Password, whilst being “incredibly secure” with end-to-end encryption. Note that your passwords can also be synced on all devices, including Windows with the iCloud for Windows app.

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Advanced Notes and Maps

Notes app on MacOS Sequoia lets you record audio and receive live transcription for it, making it easier to capture meeting notes or lecture, among other things. Furthermore, there’s also the Math Notes feature that lets you instantly solve a math problem with in the Notes app itself.

The Maps app now has topographic maps support, and users can now also create custom walking and hiking routes

Messaging Video Conferencing updates

Users can now schedule messages to send them later. Apple has also added new animations for text and emojis, such as explode, ripple, and nod. Users can also tap back with any emoji or sticker.

As for Video Conferencing, users can apply built-in backgrounds, such as colour gradients or shots of scenery on FaceTime video calls.

Window Tiling

Users on Mac can easily arrange windows with an easier window tiling interface. All you need to do is drag a window to the edge of the screen and you should see a suggestion of a tiled window format. This makes it easier to arrange up to four windows in one go.

Apple Intelligence

Apple Intelligence is also coming to your Mac with macOS Sequoia, however, it will be available next month to devices with Apple’s M-series chipset. Apple Intelligence brings a host of features such as writing tools like rewrite in Mail, advanced Siri, and Private Cloud Compute.

What devices are eligible for macOS Sequoia?

Following are all the eligible devices for macOS Sequoia.

• iMac 2019 and later
• iMac Pro 2017 and later
• Mac Studio 2022 and later
• MacBook Air 2020 and later
• Mac Mini 2018 and later
• MacBook Pro 2018 and later
• Mac Pro 2019 and later

Here’s how to install macOS Sequoia

Installing macOS Sequoia is simple, just follow the below steps.

Step 1: Head to Settings by clicking on it on the Dock

Step 2: Tap on General

Step 3: Tap on Software Update. Wait for some time and you should see the latest update on your eligible device.

Now, just install the update and you are good to go. Stay tuned to Unboxed by Croma for more tech tips and tricks.