macOS Sonoma Launched: Here are its 5 Best New Features

Apple has released macOS Sonoma, the latest version of its desktop operating system for MacBooks, iMac, Mac Mini and Mac Pros. The new Sonoma update brings some exciting new capabilities and enhancements to the Mac experience, such as widgets, screensavers, video calling, browsing, and gaming upgrades. Here are 5 of the best new features in macOS Sonoma:

1. Desktop Widgets

One of the most noticeable changes in macOS Sonoma is the addition of widgets on the desktop. These miniature apps can display information like weather, calendars, news headlines, and more. The widgets blend right in with your desktop wallpaper but remain interactive, so you can access their functions without opening another window. You can also access iOS widgets on your Mac through Continuity.

2. Stunning New Screen Savers

macOS Sonoma includes beautiful, slow-motion screensavers showcasing locations like Hong Kong, Monument Valley, and Sonoma. The screen savers smoothly transition to your desktop wallpaper after logging in.

3. Enhanced Video Conferencing

Video calling gets some helpful upgrades in macOS Sonoma. Presenter Overlay shows you a picture-in-picture view over your shared content. Reactions allow you to send animated emoji reactions during calls. These features improve collaboration and engagement over any video chat app.

4. Upgraded Safari

The Safari web browser gains new capabilities in macOS Sonoma. You can now save websites to the Dock for quick access like an app. Safari also enhances privacy protections by locking Private Browsing windows when not in use and blocking known ad trackers.

5. Optimized Gaming

Gaming on the Mac gets better with Game Mode in macOS Sonoma. It improves frame rates and reduces input latency when playing games. It allows for smoother, more immersive gameplay on Macs with Apple silicon. Game Mode works with both Apple Arcade titles and third-party games, including upcoming titles like Death Stranding Director's Cut, Stray, Layers of Fear, and SnowRunner.

macOS Sonoma compatible devices

• iMac: 2019 and later

• Mac Pro: 2019 and later

• iMac Pro: 2017

• Mac Studio: 2022 and later

• MacBook Air: 2018 and later

• Mac mini: 2018 and later

• MacBook Pro: 2018 and later