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<p><b>New page</b></p><div>[[File:IOS_5_logo.png|thumb|IOS_5_logo]] '''iOS 5''' is the fifth major release of the [[iOS]] mobile operating system developed by [[Apple Inc.]]. It was announced on June 6, 2011, at the company's [[Worldwide Developers Conference]] (WWDC) and was released to the public on October 12, 2011. iOS 5 introduced a number of new features and improvements over its predecessor, [[iOS 4]].<br />
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== Features ==<br />
iOS 5 brought over 200 new features to the iOS platform. Some of the most notable features include:<br />
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=== Notification Center ===<br />
The [[Notification Center]] is a feature that aggregates all notifications in one place, accessible by swiping down from the top of the screen. This feature allows users to manage and view notifications from various apps without interrupting their current activity.<br />
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=== iMessage ===<br />
[[iMessage]] is a messaging service that allows users to send text messages, photos, videos, and contact information over Wi-Fi or cellular data to other iOS or [[macOS]] devices. It is integrated into the existing [[Messages (Apple)|Messages]] app.<br />
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=== Newsstand ===<br />
[[Newsstand]] is a dedicated folder for managing and reading digital magazines and newspapers. It automatically updates new issues in the background.<br />
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=== Reminders ===<br />
The [[Reminders (Apple)|Reminders]] app allows users to create and manage to-do lists with due dates and locations. It integrates with [[iCloud]] to sync reminders across all iOS devices.<br />
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=== Twitter Integration ===<br />
iOS 5 introduced system-wide [[Twitter]] integration, allowing users to tweet directly from apps like [[Photos (Apple)|Photos]], [[Safari (web browser)|Safari]], and [[YouTube]].<br />
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=== Camera Enhancements ===<br />
The [[Camera (Apple)|Camera]] app received several enhancements, including the ability to access the camera from the lock screen, use the volume-up button as a shutter release, and basic photo editing features like cropping and red-eye removal.<br />
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=== Safari Improvements ===<br />
[[Safari (web browser)|Safari]] in iOS 5 introduced [[Safari Reader]], which strips away ads and other distractions from web pages, and [[Reading List]], which allows users to save articles for later reading.<br />
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=== PC Free ===<br />
iOS 5 introduced the "PC Free" feature, allowing users to activate and set up their iOS devices without needing to connect to a computer. Software updates can also be downloaded and installed over-the-air.<br />
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=== iCloud ===<br />
[[iCloud]] is a cloud storage and cloud computing service that allows users to store data such as music, photos, apps, and documents, and sync them across all their iOS devices.<br />
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== Compatibility ==<br />
iOS 5 is compatible with the following devices:<br />
* [[iPhone 3GS]]<br />
* [[iPhone 4]]<br />
* [[iPhone 4S]]<br />
* [[iPod Touch (3rd generation)]]<br />
* [[iPod Touch (4th generation)]]<br />
* [[iPad (1st generation)]]<br />
* [[iPad 2]]<br />
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== Related Pages ==<br />
* [[iOS]]<br />
* [[iOS version history]]<br />
* [[iPhone]]<br />
* [[iPad]]<br />
* [[iPod Touch]]<br />
* [[Apple Inc.]]<br />
* [[iCloud]]<br />
* [[Worldwide Developers Conference]]<br />
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== References ==<br />
{{Reflist}}<br />
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== External Links ==<br />
{{Commons category|iOS 5}}<br />
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[[Category:IOS]]<br />
[[Category:Apple Inc. software]]<br />
[[Category:2011 software]]<br />
[[Category:Mobile operating systems]]<br />
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