Top 10 New Features in Apple's New Mac OS X

Top 10 Features of OS X Mavericks

Recently, Apple officially released the new desktop operating system Mac OS X Mavericks, and it is completely free, which is very surprising. Apple said that Mac OS X Mavericks has stronger performance and better battery life, and also enhanced some software functions, such as the new Safari browser, tabbed search windows, file tagging, and iCloud Keychain. In fact, this operating system has more new features. Let's take a look below.

1. Tabbed Finder Windows

In Mac OS X Mavericks, the Finder file manager now supports tabbed browsing, just like popular web browsers. You can open a new tab to search without losing your current file window, which is very convenient.

2. File Tags

Mac OS X Mavericks allows you to create tags for files, much like using Evernote. You can easily manage your entire file system and will no longer have trouble finding files.

3. Multiple Display Support

Sometimes due to work requirements, multiple monitors are necessary. Mac OS X Mavericks also offers better multi-display support, allowing you to display more content on the second screen.

4. New Safari Browser

Just like the Safari browser in iOS 7, Mac OS X Mavericks also comes with the latest version, offering convenient features such as home screen shortcuts and shared links. Additionally, the browser engine has been upgraded, providing higher JavaScript performance. The new Safari also optimizes memory usage and power consumption, making it more energy-efficient compared to Chrome and Firefox.

5. App Nap

App Nap is a new system architecture feature that monitors every running application to determine how much processor, network, and disk priority it should use. As its name suggests, if an application is minimized, the system will let it "nap" to release resources without affecting system response speed. This function also helps extend device battery life.

6. iCloud Keychain

Clearly, Apple is integrating more iOS features into the Mac to provide a more unified service. Mac OS X Mavericks also supports the iCloud Keychain feature from iOS 7, which can store various complex passwords and sync them with iOS devices. Of course, iCloud Keychain is also very secure and will not leak your credit card or account information.

7. Quick Reply for Notifications

This feature was demonstrated by Apple at the launch event and is very convenient. When friends send iMessages, social messages, or other content, you can reply directly within the notification area without entering the application itself.

8. Calendar

The new calendar function has improved the interface, greatly enhancing usability. It also includes a suggestion engine that can calculate time based on your last activity if you're unsure how to set dinner time, ensuring you can stick to your next plan.

9. Maps

The Maps feature is another focus of iOS integration in the Mac system. You can use the Maps app on your Mac to view points of interest, mark them, and even send detailed information to your iPhone or iPad.

10. iBooks

Now, in the Mac OS X Mavericks system, you can also use Apple's popular iBooks service. If you've purchased many books on your iOS device, you can now read them on your Mac. Although there is no touchscreen, you can still operate with various gestures, and the marking and sharing functions are also very powerful.