Apple Releases Beta Version Of MacOS Monterey, Gets Many New Features Added!

JAKARTA - This month, Apple introduced a number of the latest versions of the operating system (OS) for its various devices. Starting from iOS 15, iPadOS 15, watchOS 18, to tvOS 15. Now, a beta version for the MacBook OS is also introduced by the company. It's called macOS Monterey.

Since last Thursday, July 1, the latest OS version for this MacBook device is available and can be downloaded freely. At first glance, in terms of features and appearance, this new OS is not much different from its predecessor – macOS 11 Big Sur.

However, according to the findings of the VOI team, the company has already planted a number of updates. Especially for the most popular services. One of the most interesting is the update on the FaceTime service.

In the service, the company added a Portrait Mode, where users can activate a feature to change the appearance of the background to blur when making calls. Similar features found on the iPhone. So is the name.

However, according to Monica Chin's trial from The Verge, there are still some bugs in the new version of FaceTime. Such as blur that is less intact, especially when there are several objects in focus that are located behind the user.

However, Apple has revealed that Portrait Mode will also be available on third-party apps. So, users just need to be patient waiting for the official version to be released so that the company fixes some bugs that appear.

In addition, Apple also added several new features. Making FaceTime services ready to compete directly with its biggest competitor – Zoom.

Examples of these new features include grid display support, the Spatial Audio feature that makes other people's voices clearer when they're speaking, and creating a link from a FaceTime call before the conference call starts – just like Zoom's feature.

Not only that, the company also added a new feature called SharePlay. This feature functions similarly to Netflix Party or Scener. With adjustments, it can only be applied to FaceTime.

Just like Netflix Party, users and video call participants can watch content from certain streaming services at the same time. Not only that, there are also options for synchronizing settings such as Video Playback and Video Control.

Indeed, SharePlay is not a new and innovative form of service. However, we still have to respect companies that are willing to add such services to their devices. Moreover, SharePlay also supports a number of major services – such as Disney Plus, Hulu, HBO Max, Twitch, to TikTok!

Another feature that is no less interesting is Quick Note. This service makes it easy for users to take notes from articles or writings that are being read. Until the file you are currently open such as Maps, Photos, and other applications.