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Apple Officially Releases iOS 9 [Download]

Apple Officially Releases iOS 9 [Download]

Posted September 16, 2015 at 5:01pm by iClarified
Apple has officially released iOS 9 for public download with new multitasking features for iPad, transit directions in Maps, a redesigned Notes app, a new News app, and Siri improvements.

“iOS 9 is packed with more intelligence throughout, and delivers big updates to the apps customers use most — Maps supports public transit, a redesigned Notes app provides great new ways to capture ideas, and a beautiful News app delivers content that’s personalized to your interests,” said Craig Federighi, Apple’s senior vice president of Software Engineering. “With our new iPad features, users can take advantage of the power of iPad, working in two apps at the same time with Split View, Slide Over or Picture-in-Picture.”

Apple Officially Releases iOS 9 [Download]



Intelligence
Siri features an all-new design in iOS 9, contextual reminders and new ways to search photos and videos. Proactive assistance presents the most relevant information without compromising users’ privacy and suggests actions at a particular moment — even before you start typing — automatically suggesting apps to launch or people to contact based on usage patterns, and notifying you when you need to leave for appointments, taking into account traffic conditions. iOS 9 can even learn what you typically listen to in a certain location or at a particular time of day, so when you plug in headphones at the gym or hop in the car before work, it can automatically display playback controls for your preferred app. Typed search queries deliver more relevant results from more categories, including sports scores and schedules, videos and simple math calculations.

Apple Officially Releases iOS 9 [Download]

New iPad Features
With a simple swipe, the new Slide Over feature lets you simultaneously work in a second app without leaving the first. And with a quick tap, you can access the new Split View feature so you can work in two apps at the same time, side-by-side. Picture-in-Picture lets you continue a FaceTime call or video while using your favorite apps. These new multitasking features are supported by built-in Apple apps, and APIs make it easy for third-party developers to add support into their own apps. Typing is faster and easier with an all-new Shortcut Bar that displays actions tailored for the app you are in, and new Multi-Touch™ gestures make it even easier to select and edit text.

Apple Officially Releases iOS 9 [Download]



Built-In Apps
In iOS 9, Maps adds support for metropolitan transit systems and schedules, and subway station entrances and exits are precisely mapped, providing every step of your trip. When you plan your trip, Maps can offer a combination of trains, subways, buses and walking, and with the new Nearby feature, quickly see what’s around by searching for food, drinks, shopping and more.

New features of the completely redesigned Notes app include the ability to draw a quick sketch using your finger, easily create checklists to keep track of your to-dos, or snap a photo directly in a note. Easily save important items to your notes directly from other apps, and keep them in sync across all your enabled devices with iCloud.

The News app delivers a reading experience that combines the rich, immersive design of a print magazine with the interactivity of digital media. News can learn your interests and suggest relevant content that’s easily shareable with friends or saved for later. News delivers the best articles from a variety of publishers and over one million topics to help you personalize your reading experience, all presented in an elegant, uncluttered design. News is powered by the new Apple News Format™, a digital publishing format supporting custom typography, galleries, audio, video and interactive animations, allowing publishers like Condé Nast, ESPN and The New York Times to create beautiful editorial layouts for iOS users.

Apple Officially Releases iOS 9 [Download]

Foundation
iOS 9 makes the foundation of iOS even stronger with refinements including battery optimization that provides a typical user with an additional hour of battery life, and a low-power mode to help further extend battery life. Software updates require less space to install and an Install Later feature can perform updates to your device when it’s not in use. Enhanced security features in iOS 9 keep your devices and Apple ID secure by strengthening the passcode that protects your devices and improving two-factor authentication by building it directly into iOS, making it harder for others to gain unauthorized access to your Apple ID.

Developer APIs
iOS 9 APIs and tools for developers include:
● extensible search that deep links directly to content within third-party apps;
● GameplayKit and Model I/O for building better games and ReplayKit for recording gameplay;
● new HomeKit profiles for motorized windows and shades, motion sensors and home security systems;
● wireless CarPlay™ and support for auto manufacturers to develop apps within CarPlay; and
● new HealthKit data points for reproductive health, UV exposure, water intake and sedentary state.

You can upgrade to iOS 9 by backing up first and using Software Update on your device. Or, you can download iOS 9 directly using the links below (updating shortly)...

iOS 9 Download Links:
iOS 9 iPhone Firmware Download Links
iOS 9 iPad Firmware Download Links
iOS 9 iPod Touch Firmware Download Links

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Apple Officially Releases iOS 9 [Download]
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Toni
Toni - September 19, 2015 at 3:58am
I do not know for others, but for me the iOS9 on 5s works very well, it is improved, it is faster, the battery will still to been seen.First I made a "back up" and then click "restore" to the factory settings and then return "backup" .
Julie Blackwood
Julie Blackwood - September 18, 2015 at 4:42pm
Since updating my iPad the battery drained from full to 10% when the iPad was not even in use. Not happy didn't really want to do a clean install updated ota not iTunes. Backgrounding turned off
gamerscul9870
gamerscul9870 - September 18, 2015 at 6:26pm
Try resetting it.
yas9in
yas9in - September 18, 2015 at 9:14am
wow, after three updates, apple music still sucks, it keeps asking me to sign up while I'm actually already on a family plan. this is getting frustrating! apple shouldn't have released a service so undeveloped and filled with bugs
Ipoint
Ipoint - September 18, 2015 at 2:24am
OK. Thanks Apple. After update to iOS9 i realize that it deleted my last 2 months of notes... F**ck. BTW iCloud doesnt allow to recover notes. only Contact, Calendar, reminders and Files.
gamerscul9870
gamerscul9870 - September 18, 2015 at 2:30am
This is why I upload most of them to my email or save them as pictures.
Alhenny
Alhenny - September 18, 2015 at 2:00am
My volume goes down out no were and my message don't alert me
Bobby Jane
Bobby Jane - September 17, 2015 at 11:47pm
I'm guessing better than http://google.com
M!Do Space
M!Do Space - September 17, 2015 at 11:17pm
Shouldn't the app switcher show the current app in front of all other cards on double-pressing home button? And shouldn't home screen be in the very back? It doesn't feel natural!
AshokIlango
AshokIlango - September 17, 2015 at 5:14pm
Hi , I recently updated to iOS 9 and after the updated, I typed the passcode wrongly for login, then my phone(5S) got disabled and it shows to try after 1 minute. But even after 15 mins, I am unable to unlock the phone. Anyone else facing the same issue? -Ashok
B
B - September 17, 2015 at 3:29pm
Anybody else experiencing this flaw... cant clear messages in notifications
gamerscul9870
gamerscul9870 - September 17, 2015 at 8:00pm
I always reset my device and it usually fixes the problem. iOS 9 has no bugs for me!
Ravi Mavani
Ravi Mavani - September 17, 2015 at 4:25am
not getting news app in my iPhone6 in iOS 9
Lewis
Lewis - September 16, 2015 at 9:30pm
Hi I can't find the "news" app on my iPhone ????
gamerscul9870
gamerscul9870 - September 16, 2015 at 9:47pm
I found it were the built in apps were I mediatly after updating, it's red on the edges and white in the middle.
Lewis
Lewis - September 16, 2015 at 9:55pm
Ive looked everywhere and I even search "news" and nothing comes up:/
gamerscul9870
gamerscul9870 - September 16, 2015 at 10:25pm
Not even with Siri? Spotlight search?
Ravi Mavani
Ravi Mavani - September 17, 2015 at 5:06am
I had the same problem, and Finally get Solution. go into settings and change the region to USA and reboot it worked a treat and the news icon is there.. its very good.
Thokz
Thokz - September 16, 2015 at 9:14pm
More like iOS 8.5
gamerscul9870
gamerscul9870 - September 16, 2015 at 9:17pm
I didn't know iOS 8 had spotlight, new Siri style, new looks in most apps, the news app, or even the new font. I thought all of that came in iOS 9 I am using with everything listed. Tell me again how that was ever in iOS 8.
Cedeno66
Cedeno66 - September 16, 2015 at 8:46pm
An hour extra of battery life?!?! Hahahahaha. Right. From the newly shrunk 6S battery. Please Apple. Please. It SUCKS!!!
gamerscul9870
gamerscul9870 - September 16, 2015 at 9:07pm
I own motion chargers to power my phone. It's almost like an all day battery with just movement.
Reano
Reano - September 16, 2015 at 8:44pm
I was able to install it with iTunes after receiving several error messages with the OTA update.
Iqbal Ansari
Iqbal Ansari - September 16, 2015 at 8:26pm
I have just installed iOS 9.0 update in my iPhone 6 Plus (128GB) and it took about an hour
zawar
zawar - September 16, 2015 at 6:52pm
is this the gm version u uploaded of official one
gamerscul9870
gamerscul9870 - September 16, 2015 at 6:43pm
It finally worked downloading.
sunny27jan
sunny27jan - September 16, 2015 at 6:37pm
Plz post your reviews as well after you finish with downloading.
Bipin Grewal
Bipin Grewal - September 16, 2015 at 5:28pm
Update failing. Error. Help!!
Tushar
Tushar - September 16, 2015 at 5:27pm
Same here, getting error
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