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Exciting things you’ll be able to do with iOS 10
Apple is preparing for the launch of iOS 10 later this year. There’s going to be loads of amazing new features. Here’s everything you need to know about the new update coming our way!
Handwriting
![iOS 10 handwriting](https://nexusconsultan.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/Screen-Shot-2016-07-07-at-10.51.21-300x169.png)
Add a personal touch to your messages. Write and send a message freestyle – in your own handwriting. The recipient will see it animate, the same way ink flows on paper.
Animation
![iOS 10 animation](https://nexusconsultan.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/birthday-183x300.png)
Make a birthday or celebration extra special by livening up a message. IOS 10 will allow you to celebrate with animations which take over the whole screen. For instance send birthday balloons to someone on their birthday!
Invisible Ink
![iOS 10 invisible ink](https://nexusconsultan.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/swipe-to-reveal-281x300.png)
Invisible Ink allows you to send a message or photo which remains hidden. Swipe to reveal. Perfect if you’ve got some exciting news to send to someone!
Pay online with Apple Pay
![iOS 10 pay with apple pay](https://nexusconsultan.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/apple-pay-162x300.png)
Make shopping online even easier and hassle free. Pay for your goods online quickly with Apple Pay.
Draw
![iOS 10 draw over videos](https://nexusconsultan.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/add-stamps-to-pics-171x300.png)
Draw over videos or add a personal touch by sending sketches, heartbeats and more.
Stickers
![iOS 10 stickers](https://nexusconsultan.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/add-stickers--175x300.png)
Have fun with stickers. Stick them to a message to make someone laugh or jazz up a photo. You can be as sticker crazy as you like!
Emoji
![iOS 10 emoji](https://nexusconsultan.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/emoji-237x300.png)
Replace text with emoji. All you need to do is tap! Emojis make messages look way more exciting, so next time you’re about to send someone a message let emoji take over!
Control your home
![iOS 10 control smart home](https://nexusconsultan.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/smart-home-243x300.png)
Switch on lights, unlock doors plus loads more! Control your smart home right at your fingertips.
Wake your phone by raising it
![iOS 10 raise to wake iphone](https://nexusconsultan.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/raise-to-wake-iphone-164x300.png)
Pick up your iPhone to wake it. Any awaiting notifications will be displayed ready for you to see.
Languages
![iOS 10 languages](https://nexusconsultan.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/languages-300x199.png)
Type two languages at once. No need to revert between keyboards.
Search photos for specific items or places
![iOS 10 search photos](https://nexusconsultan.wpenginepowered.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/search-photos-259x300.png)
Simplify finding a photo. You’ll be able to search your photos by things captured in them, e.g. ‘dog’ or ‘beach’.
Create movies with photos
Re-live memories with the Photos app. It can create wonderful movies with your cherished moments.
We’re really excited to experience iOS 10 and start experimenting. This sounds like it could be the best update released by Apple to date!
Thanks for keeping me informed.