iOS 11.4: AirPlay 2, Messages in iCloud, HomePod Stereo [iPhone & iPad Update]

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Just a few days before iOS 12 to be presented to the public, Apple released an important update for iOS 11.

iOS 11.4 brings a series of novelties for owners of iPhone, iPad and iPod touch compatible with iOS 11, among which the most important are: Messages in iCloudAirPlay 2  si HomePod stereo pairing.

Messages in iCloud
An option long awaited by iPhone and iPad owners, which Apple he has been testing it since the second half of last year. Messages in iCloud it was repeatedly included on beta versions of iOS 11, but withdrawn each time. On iOS 11.4 this will remain a permanent option, through which users can store messages (SMS, iMessages) in the account of iCloud.
The big advantage is that besides sync on all devices where we have logged the same account Apple, "Messages in iCloud" go also reduces the occupied space on device with pictures, videos or other media files sent / received by iMessages. These will remain stored in iCloud and will be downloaded to the device only at the request of the user. Therefore, we will have more storage space available on iPhone, iPad and iPod Touch.

AirPlay 2
This is the most important update in opinfrom us, for the owners of audio devices connected wirelessly to iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. With the new one AirPlay 2 users have the possibility to play music on several devices simultaneously, located in the same house. AirPlay 2 also comes with support for voice control through Siri. With this option you can make voice commands to all devices connected via AirPlay 2. The voice command can be given from the iPhone, iPad, HomePod or Apple TV.


The user has the possibility to take over a voice call without interrupting the content played through AirPlay 2. It is independent of the calling functions and is very easily controllable from control Center, even if the device is locked.

HomePod - Stereo support
Smart box from Apple advances more and more. With the new iOS update, multiple speakers can be connected from a single iPhone or iPad HomePod  simultaneously offering a stereo sound experience.
Synchronized speakers HomePod they will be able to automatically set their position in the room and balance the sound according to the positioning of the speakers.

iOS 11.4 is available for download and installation via “Settings”→“ General ”→“Software Update". Compatibility on all iPhones, iPads and iPod Touch with iOS 11 support.

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