Apple’s announcement of its new release iOS 18 came with a bang. The latest version comes with a wide range of innovative features and updates that greatly enhance the user experience. iOS 18 includes notable improvements in performance and security and new AI capabilities making devices smarter and more interactive. In this article, we will review the iOS 18 features and compatible devices, to provide a comprehensive look at what we can expect from this sophisticated version.
What is iOS 18?
iOS 18 is the 18th major version of Apple’s iOS operating system, unveiled at the Global 2024 Developers Conference. It is the next version of iOS 17, announced alongside watchOS 11, iPadOS 18, and macOS Ventura.
What devices support iOS 18?
According to Apple’s official website, iOS 18 is available today on iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Below is the full list of iOS18-compliant devices:
- iPhone XR
- iPhone 12 and 12 mini
- iPhone XS and XS Max
- iPhone 11
- iPhone 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max
- iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max
- iPhone 13 and 13 mini
- iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max
- iPhone 14 and 14 Plus
- iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max
- iPhone 15 and 15 Plus
- iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
What are Apple’s new iOS 18 features?
·New Control Center
Apple redesigned the control center to facilitate users’ operations. The new design allows quick access to a new class of frequently used controls. It also enables users to add third-party-supported application controls to the control center. This allows the features of these applications to be used from the control center without opening any of them.
·Change the controls at the bottom of the lock screen
The new version enabled users to edit the controls at the bottom of the lock screen. This facilitates rapid access to apps. while fully removing them. This procedure is available on iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro max.
·Modern Photo Gallery
The new version iOS 18 dispenses with the show’s main display, replacing it with a simple network design, which makes it easier to access images quickly. In addition to new ways of classifying images based on image attributes (such as pets, plants, people, places,…). As well as the circular display, which features highlights from your photo library, such as memories and favorite people. With wide options to customize the photo gallery, which we have never seen before.
·New Message Features
With new text effects, iOS 18 users can add distinct effects to their messages. These include enlarging a particular letter or phrase and adding a dynamic moving appearance. Plus options to place a line under a word, or delete a phrase. as well as new emojis. iOS users can also create and schedule messages to send at another time.
·Satellite Messages
If there is no coverage, messages can be used via satellite. These messages are completely encrypted, and all they require is connecting to the nearest satellite of the device used. This is done through Apple’s iMessage service, as well as SMS.3.
·Email App Updates
The Mail app reveals new features that enable users to organize their inboxes and stay up to date with important news. Local classification technology is also used to classify incoming messages. This is in addition to ratings for confirmations of transactions and receipts, news of updates, social notifications, promotions for marketing mail, and vouchers. The new mail also includes a new summary feature that collects relevant emails from the same company. Therefore, it allows users to find important messages quickly.
·Updates to Safari browser
The Safari browser, one of the fastest in the world, can now discover the web through Highlights plus Reader. The browser exploits the power of machine learning and artificial intelligence to display a summary of a particular web page. The above includes providing a summary of a web article for users to see the essence of before diving. Or access a site quickly, and much more.
·New password application
The new password application makes it easier for users to access passwords, Wi-Fi passwords, and their verification codes. In addition, the app has alerts that notify users of common weaknesses, such as easy-to-guess or frequent passwords, as well as those detected in known data leaks.
·New privacy and security options
Includes the ability to lock apps, or completely hide them in the hidden application folder. Also, applications that are hidden or locked, their content such as in-app messages or emails are hidden from search, notifications, and other places across the system. As well as other security features, which include how to share contacts, how to connect iPhone to accessories, and many more.
·Apple’s artificial intelligence
Apple Intelligence, which represents Apple’s artificial intelligence, is integrated into iOS 18. This has allowed users new means to improve their writing and communicate more effectively. Thanks to new written tools built into iOS 18 system-wide. Users can rework, audit, and even summarize text in almost all places they write on the device. Including email, notes, pages, and third-party applications.
·New photo features
New photo processing capabilities provide a great experience. Through the “Image Playground” feature, users can create hilarious images in a few moments. As well as a choice between animation style, illustration, and sketch. “Image Playground” also features a user-friendly interface, built into apps such as messages, as well as being available in an independent photo editing app.
·Google Maps
iOS 18 users can explore national parks, and create walkways. save favorites, and add notes.
·Apple Wallet
The new version allows rich tickets to display key event information such as stadium details, recommended Apple Music playlists, and more.
·Siri Artificial Intelligence
The Siri AI assistant has become more understanding of natural language. He became more able to understand the conversations better than before, allowing him to give clearer answers. Besides, it has become more customized to suit each user individually. Users can also switch between writing and audio to communicate effectively with Siri.
·Improvements in Apple Pay
ios18 also includes new payment methods using Apple Pay as well as the possibility of sending and receiving Apple Cash once you touch the two iPhones together.
·SharePlay with Apple Music
Share music playback control from HomePod, Apple TV, or any Bluetooth speaker with more users, making listening together funny.
