12 Awesome Features for iPhone Unveiled in New iOS9 Concept Video
Published on January 21, 2015
Now that the iPhone 6 hubbub has tapered slightly, it is time for designers and developers to start developing concepts for the new iPhone's software could look like in the future.
Student and tech enthusiast Ralph Theodory was recently featured in Business Insider for his concept video, which focuses on a handful of features that would improve usability (rather than pure aesthetics).
Some proposed concepts on Theodory's list include:
1. Color Look
- Enables customization of color for buttons
- Enables customization of color for UI elements
- Enables customization of color for Control Center
2. Night Mode
- Optimized viewing experience for nighttime environment
- Saves battery life
- Utilizes white font on black background
3. Settings Everywhere
- Access app settings via switcher
- Pull down on app screen for instant app settings bar
- Customize privacy settings on an app-to-app basis
4. Close All Running Apps
- Close all running apps with a single swipe
- Accessible via switcher
- An extension of the "Settings Everywhere" idea
5. Siri Spell
- Teach Siri new names by spelling
- Siri will automatically ask for your spelling correction
- Utilize for contacts, text messages, songs, and more
6. Round Springboard
- Use a new app display mode
- Choose between 3 different display models
- Round Springboard utilizes changeable scrolling ability
7. New Music Features
- Ringtones and sound equalizers easily available
- Ability to auto-sort music based on languages
- Create playlists based on time, mood, and location
8. Smart Sleep Mode
- Enable smart sleep mode for auto-shutoff capabilities
- Siri automatically asks if you are still awake
- If no response, music will auto-shutoff
9. New Video Feed
- App compounding element with "New Video Feed"
- Combines different streaming/video services on one screen
- Compatible for Netflix, Hulu Plus, Video, Photos, and more
10. Lock Screen Clock
- New variations on lock-screen clock available
- Combine lock-screen with customizable widgets
- Creates potential for more downloadable apps
11. Apple Support
- New feature to combine Apple Support directly in iPhone
- Ability to perform diagnostics within app
- Ability to send bug reports
12. Accessories
- Test the functionality of your accessories
- Troubleshoot accessory malfunction
- Access Apple Support
Are these all hypothetical? Sure. But if the ideas are out there, you never know what Apple will pick up on for their next iOS update! We can only wait and speculate in the meantime.
But really. I would kill for that "Close All Apps" feature. C'mon Apple, lets make it happen!
Be sure and check out Theodory's entire video here, as published on Business Insider.