IOS 6
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| Developer | Apple Inc. |
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| OS family | Unix-like, iOS |
| Source model | Closed source with open source components |
| Initial release | September 19, 2012 |
| Latest release | 6.1.6 / February 21, 2014 |
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| Marketing target | Mobile devices |
| Available in | Multilingual |
| Update method | OTA, iTunes |
| Package manager | App Store |
| Platforms | iPhone, iPod Touch, iPad |
| Kernel type | Hybrid kernel |
| Userland | Darwin |
| Default user interface | Cocoa Touch |
| License | Proprietary |
| Preceded by | iOS 5 |
| Succeeded by | iOS 7 |
| Official website | {{ |
iOS 6 is the sixth major release of the iOS mobile operating system developed by Apple Inc., being the successor to iOS 5. It was announced at the company's Worldwide Developers Conference on June 11, 2012, and was released on September 19, 2012. iOS 6 was succeeded by iOS 7 on September 18, 2013.
Features[edit | edit source]
iOS 6 introduced several new features and improvements over its predecessor, including:
- Apple Maps: Replacing Google Maps as the default mapping service, Apple Maps introduced turn-by-turn navigation, 3D views, and the Flyover feature.
- Siri improvements: Enhanced capabilities for the virtual assistant, including the ability to make restaurant reservations, launch apps, and provide sports scores.
- Facebook integration: System-wide integration allowing users to post directly from Notification Center and Siri.
- Passbook: A new app for storing tickets, boarding passes, coupons, and loyalty cards.
- FaceTime over cellular: Enabled FaceTime video calls over cellular networks, not just Wi-Fi.
- Do Not Disturb: A feature to silence calls, alerts, and notifications.
- Shared Photo Streams: Allowed users to share selected photos with other iOS users.
- Mail enhancements: Added a VIP mailbox and the ability to insert photos and videos directly into emails.
- Safari improvements: Full-screen mode for the iPhone and offline reading lists.
Compatibility[edit | edit source]
iOS 6 was compatible with the following devices:
- iPhone 3GS
- iPhone 4
- iPhone 4S
- iPhone 5
- iPod Touch (4th generation)
- iPod Touch (5th generation)
- iPad 2
- iPad (3rd generation)
- iPad (4th generation)
- iPad Mini (1st generation)
Reception[edit | edit source]
iOS 6 received mixed reviews. While the operating system was praised for its new features and improvements, it faced criticism for the performance of Apple Maps, which was seen as inferior to the previously included Google Maps. Apple later issued an apology and made efforts to improve the service.
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