MacOS Sequoia 15 Features and 5 Steps to Download Beta Version
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The much anticipated latest version of macOS Sequoia, which is named after the Sequoia tree, is expected to rock the markets this fall.
It is built with Apple Intelligence functionalities, which includes a superior version of Siri and comes with a content generation tool for performing everything like improving writing and generating images from prompts.
If you are a tech-savvy person and want to try your hands on macOS sequoia early, then you can download its beta 3 version right now.
How to Download the MacOS Sequoia Beta?
MacOS 15 Sequoia beta download is a simple process, but first, you should make sure that your Mac is compatible with it. We have given below the list of Macs that can install and run macOS Sequoia:
- MacBook Air: 2020 and later
- MacBook Pro: 2018 and later
- Mac Mini: 2018 and later
- iMac: 2019 and later
- iMac Pro: 2017 and later
- Mac Pro: 2019 and later
- Mac Studio: 2022 and later
If your Mac is on the list, then you can download the MacOS Sequoia beta 3 version by following the given steps.
1. Register As an Apple Developer
You need to register as an Apple Developer at https://developer.apple.com/ to get access to MacOS Sequoia developer beta 3, so make sure to enroll in Apple’s Developer Program if you haven’t already.
2. Open System Settings
- Open the System Settings menu on your Mac by clicking on the Apple icon in the top-left corner.
- select System Settings from the drop-down menu.
3. Navigate to General > Software Update
- Access the Software Update section of your General settings menu.
- To get there in System Settings click General in the left-hand menu, then click Software Update.
4. Enable Beta Updates and select macOS Sequoia
- Now you need to make sure the Beta Updates setting is switched to On.
- If it’s switched Off, turn it on by clicking the corresponding (i) button.
- When the Beta Updates menu appears, select macOS Sequoia Developer Beta from the dropdown menu.
5. Install the Beta
- Once that’s done, you should see the macOS Sequoia beta appear as available to download as either macOS 15 beta or macOS Sequoia.
- Just hit the Upgrade Now button to start the MacOS Sequoia beta 3 download.
Otherwise, you can also download the MacOS Sequoia 15 to your Mac device through an installer package. Things might seem a little less stable because this is the beta version.
The MacOS Sequoia release date for the full public beta version is expected to be later this year, which will be available through the system settings of your device.
New Features Coming in MacOS Sequoia (Version 15)
MacOS Sequoia 15 will pack a whole lot more excitement than any other previous versions of MacOS. Here are some of the features you can expect with the full launch of the new MacOS Sequoia.
1. Siri is Now Much Smarter
Siri will be able to perform better and will have a better language understanding going forward.
With a better ability to derive contextual meaning, Siri will be more helpful than ever. Siri will be able to help you with anything that’s on your device, whether it be accessing a file or sending an email.
2. Create Fun Emojis with the New Genmoji Tool
Now, you can create any emoji without being limited to the default options. Just give a short description of the emoji you want to create and you’re done.
Apple will do the needful to make your conversations more engaging than ever while adding a personal touch to your messages.
3. Better Photos App
Easily switch the background of an image that you think has an undesirable or lousy look. Now, you will have the option to change the background of any photo and make it pop with attractive built-in background options.
Otherwise, you can also select your own photo as the background and place it instead of the previous one with the Clean Up tool. This feature will offer more flexibility in customizing your photos your way.
4. Enhanced Apple Window Tiling
With the new window tiling feature, getting more done will be easier and quicker. Just drag and drop a window to the edge of your screen to create a tile structure.
You can create tiles side by side to organize your work visually. Else, you can also organize these tiles with keyboard and menu shortcuts, which will be available in MacOS Sequoia.
This offers you the freedom to zoom in on your workspace in a way that suits your working style and also use multiple apps at once.
5. New Added Features in Safari
Apple has introduced a new feature called Highlights in Safari, which enables you to see what matters on the websites you visit. You won’t have to scroll through the whole page and instead, you can browse the directions and summaries.
There will also be a table of contents that you can go through to skip the hassle of reading an entire article that may or may not be useful.
Moreover, you can have the flexibility to view videos on any webpage with full playback controls and a bigger screen view with the Video Viewer feature.
However, most of the Apple Intelligence features of the MacOS are not expected to be included in the MacOS Sequoia beta 3 features. Instead, Apple plans to roll out these in future updates.
Users can expect the much-awaited launch of MacOS 15 Sequoia to roll out around September.
With its official launch in the coming months, Mac gearheads are stoked to take a bite into the latest features and the finesse that Apple Intelligence will bring about. Stay connected to this space for all the latest MacOS updates.
