iCloud website updated with iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma features.

Enhanced Features and Design Changes: Apple’s iCloud Website Update

Apple has recently rolled out updates for iOS 17, iPadOS 17, and macOS Sonoma. Alongside these software updates, Apple has revamped its iCloud website, introducing design changes and exciting new features. Let’s explore the enhancements and improvements to the iCloud web experience.

Customizable Homepage

One of the notable updates is the ability to customize the iCloud homepage. Users now have the freedom to select specific folders for Notes, a specific mailbox in the Mail app, favorite Photos, and much more. The redesigned tiles are now interactive, allowing users to mark a Reminder as complete or archive an email directly from the homepage.

Users can also explore different layouts of the same tile, maximizing content visibility from their favorite apps. These customization options create a personalized and dynamic user experience. With a simple click, users can access layout options from the menu located in the lower-left corner of each tile.

Quick Actions From Tiles

The new iCloud website also introduces quick actions for various tasks directly from the tiles. Users can mark reminders as complete, flag important emails, and even preview files in iCloud Drive. Performing actions from the tiles is simple. For desktop users, hover over the content and select the desired action. On touch devices, a swipe to the left reveals the quick actions. This streamlined workflow saves time and enhances productivity on the iCloud web platform.

Browser Notifications

In a move to improve user engagement, Apple has added browser notifications for ‌iCloud‌ apps. Users can now receive notifications on their PCs for new emails or event invitations and updates in the Mail and Calendar apps. Configuring browser notifications is straightforward and can be done in the iCloud Settings on the web. These notifications ensure that users stay informed and never miss essential updates.

Redesigned Apps

Apple has also focused on redesigning core apps on the iCloud website. Users will notice refreshed interfaces and improved layouts in Calendar, Contacts, Reminders, and iCloud Drive. The new design adds a touch of modernity and simplicity to these essential productivity tools.

Enhanced Functionality in Each App

Let’s take a closer look at the updates introduced in key iCloud apps:

iCloud Mail

Attach from iCloud: Users can now attach photos and files directly from iCloud while composing emails.
Undo Send: Say goodbye to those accidental email exchanges. The undo send feature allows users to retrieve an email before it reaches the recipient’s inbox.

iCloud Calendar

Calendar Identity Control: Now users have more control over their public email address visibility in event invitations. They can also utilize their custom email domain, creating a unified Calendar and Mail identity.

iCloud Drive

List View: Users can switch between viewing files as icons or in a list format with a simple toggle in the upper left corner.
Preview Your Files: Pressing the Space bar after selecting a file or photo provides a quick preview option before opening or downloading it. This feature saves time and assists in identifying the right file.
Access File Options: Managing files is more convenient with easy access options like renaming or downloading copies available through the options menu.

iCloud Photos

Memories: Users can now explore and play their Memories in a full-screen view by clicking on the memory.
Slideshow: For a curated photo-viewing experience, users can select Play Slideshow from the menu in the upper right corner.

Notes

Linked Notes: Users can create links to other notes by typing “>>” or using Command + K as a shortcut while writing in their notes.
Shared Folders: Collaboration becomes seamless. Users can collaborate with others on an entire folder of notes.
Enhanced Search: The suggested search functionality now allows users to refine searches based on categories such as shared notes, checklists, tags, and more. Finding specific information is easier than ever.

Reminders

Customize Your Reminders: Users can now add dates, locations, flags, and more with the edit details button. Customization options enhance the usability and relevance of the Reminders app.

Apple’s ‌iCloud‌ website can be accessed at iCloud.com through any web browser. This update is especially useful for PC users who may not have access to their ‌iCloud‌ content on their devices. Stay connected, organized, and productive across different platforms with the revamped iCloud web experience.

(Thanks, Tim!)

iCloud website updated with iOS 17 and macOS Sonoma features.