#iPhone10: Dive into iOS history

June 29th is a special day for many technology lovers. It was at the end of June, in the year 2007, that the iPhone was launched for the first time. Along with it came the OS 1 operating system, the first in a series of new versions that would accompany the 10 years of evolution of the devices that make up Apple's front infantry.

According to the Netmarketshare, in May 2017 the Apple's operating system grabbed 33% of the smartphone and tablet market. The dispute with the competitor Android raises passionate clashes in forums and circles of friends around the world. But, exceptionally today, the tribute is to the spirit that has animated all iPhones since the first launch in 2007. Let's get to know the brief history of iOS and the changes that marked the main versions of this operating system.

OS 1

The soul of the first iPhone was announced in January 2007. In fact, Apple's first mobile operating system was born without a name. Only with the release of the first SDK (Software Development Kit), in 2008, that the nickname iPhone OS was assigned to the system (the designation iOS would only come in version 4).

Steve Jobs announced that the OS shared the same Unix core as its brother OS X. The first version lacked support for 3G and XNUMXG attachments. Email, it was not possible to edit documents or send MMS messages. Despite all these aspects, it was the first modern operating system to use a screen. touch screen as an integral part of its interface.

It was also considered the first OS to bring a really practical keyboard, in addition to being the pioneer in the creation of icon grid in the way that, to this day, defines the homescreen of smartphones. The company's focus was to make a product in which the most important functions of the cell phone were extremely easy to use and efficient.

In the following updates other features were added.

• iTunes Music Store on OS 1.1;
• International keyboard support in OS 1.1.2;
• Ability to listen to music through a headset with bluetooth connection in OS 1.3;

This was just iOS' first dip into the smartphone market.

OS 2

OS 2 was released with the iPhone 3G in 2008 and represented an important evolution in the history of iOS. The most important novelty was the App Store introduction, allowing users to install and run third-party applications and games. Support for networks 3G e GPS were also fundamental additions.

There were three intermediate versions, the OS 2.0, 2.1 e 2.2.  Version 2.0 was the one that brought more news. In addition to the App Store, it was the first OS for iPhone to allow print Screen (print screen) and introduced the protocol WPA2 for the security of WiFi networks. Google Street View was only added in version 2.2.

OS 3

In 2009, with the debut of the iPhone 3GS, it was the turn of the OS 3 face It was the first version to add the possibility of copy and paste files, in addition to sending MMS messages. The camera app has been updated and now allows video recording, also including the autofocus feature. Some time later, two more versions were made with the following news:

• OS 3.1: Added voice control via bluetooth and a number of security improvements;
• OS 3.2: Allowed users to change smartphone background and implemented the Apple Bluetooth Keyboard, allowing the use of other wireless keyboards.

iOS 4

Introduced in June 2010, that's when Apple's operating system got the name “iOS X”. One of the most important implementations was the multitasking ability, which enabled users to send an email while listening to music, for example. It was in this version that the app iBooks was introduced into the system, along with the iBookstore.

Over the course of the various updates that were made, other improvements were implemented, such as the introduction of FaceTime, Apple's software for video calling. The possibility to select and delete several photos at the same time, simple thing nowadays, was also included in the iOS 4.

iOS 5

In 2011 Apple gave birth to the iPhone 4S, and with it, to iOS 5. The big news was the Siri, voice-operated virtual assistant from Apple (previously the functionality was available as a standalone app on the App Store). Integrated with the iPhone, Siri started to allow text transcription and calls, in addition to other possibilities for voice commands.

With hundreds of additions and new features, iOS 5 was the first to receive the iMessage. It was also in this version that the Twitter has been integrated to the system and the iCloud, Apple's online backup system, was implemented to replace the old MobileMe.

iOS 6

Na WWDC de 2012, Tim Cook gave a novelty that surprised many users. The new iOS would no longer be integrated with Google Maps, but with the Apple Maps, of the company itself. Among the new features, a major update to Siri introduced the ability to receive restaurant and cafe recommendations. The very practical task of dictating tweets and Facebook messages was also implemented in the virtual center. Incidentally, the Facebook integration was another novelty of the update released in 2012.

In front of Google Wallet, it was also launched the Passbook. That was Apple's application to manage the purchase and storage of tickets, tickets and event coupons, as well as credit and debit cards.

iOS 7

iOS 7 was released along with the Siamese brothers iPhone 5S and 5C. It brought a major aesthetic change from its predecessors. It is considered the biggest change in Apple's mobile system. The creation of the new aesthetic standard was led by Jony Ive, vice president of design at the time. iOS 7 switched aspects skeuomorphic (which use ornaments and techniques to give a more realistic aesthetic) and implemented a flatter design (flat design). The new design generated heated discussions and represented one of the biggest innovations in iOS history.

the voice assistant Crab has been updated to use both male and female voices, as well as becoming fluent in French and German. was introduced the Air drop, for file sharing via WiFi, as well as updates to the App Store and new ways to use the camera app.

iOS 8

In 2014, WWDC announced iOS 8. The big news was the integration of HealthKit and HomeKit, apps for map health data and to control internet-connected home appliances. In addition to updates to all major apps and functionality, a new support app for the Apple Watch. The new app allowed syncing and pairing the two devices. O Apple Music, introduced in the 8.4 release, was another major system upgrade.

iOS 9

O iOS 9 made your debut in 2015. Applications like Maps, Notes e Crab received redesigns and graphical improvements. An important implementation was the introduction of the “lowpower“, which shuts down apps running in the background to save battery. O passbook, introduced in iOS 6, has been replaced by Wallet. Another new application that was incorporated was the Apple News, replacing the old Newsstand.

iOS 10

Announced in June 2016 at WWDC, iOS 10 was made available in September of the same year. The new version included screen lock improvements and a new look and feel for News and music apps. O Apple Maps has been updated to include Street View functionality.

One thing that marked iOS 10 was SDK opening so developers could work on Siri, Maps and iMessages for the first time. This fact contributed to making the applications competitive. Apple Maps has been revamped and new extensions started to allow their integration with other applications. the virtual assistant Siri also received updates to be able to interact with third-party apps..

Final considerations

It's been a long ten years, a decade of iOS evolution. From its birth when it was still just OS 1, until today, already baptized with the unmistakable “i” that accompanies Apple products, the operating system has delved deeper and deeper with major remodeling and incorporation of new features.

The history of iOS already has 10 complete chapters and the 11th began to be written in 2017. Everything indicates that the history of iOS still goes a long way. For the happiness of all iOS devotees and their flesh and blood personifications (aka iPhone, iPads and the like), the X iOS X and will continue to grow for a long time.