We've already seen an exhaustive list of new features for the iPhone outlined as part of the iPhone OS 3.0 update, including enhancements to the App store and Google Maps, Bluetooth gaming, push email and some developer-friendly features that should really make for some seriously impressive third-party applications in the coming months. But what about all the things we crave for day-to-day use? Well, a number of those have been announced too. To great cheers and a general sigh of relief, Apple has finally got round to offering cut and paste on the iPhone. A couple of taps selects your text, you get the option to cut and copy, your text goes in. And if you do it wrong, a quick shake undoes it all. Simple stuff, works in all main applications, so why have we waited so long? You can use it with text and photos too, should you want to fire off a batch of snaps.
And that's not the only point off the 'to do' list, you can also strike off MMS messaging. Details are scarce, but according to the big A, second-generation iPhone owners will be able to send and receive photos, audio files, contacts and locations. Forwarding and deleting of multiple messages is also being added, just to put the cherry on the cake. Apple has also introduced a Spotlight search homescreen. Basically, you can search everything on your iPhone quickly, so if you happen to be in need of a contact's details, an email, a specific piece of media or an appointment, just enter the keywords and you're (hopefully) there. Useful stuff and again, something that the handset has been crying out for.
Other updates of note include A2DP stereo Bluetooth for streaming those tunes in all their twin-speaker glory, an extension of the App store for the iPod touch and iPhone to 77 countries, Note Sync (to sync your notes obviously), improved Phishing protection, YouTube account support and auto-fill of forms. And it's all heading your way in the reasonably near future.
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