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Here’show to download iOS 18if you haven’t already.
iOS 18: features
Below, we’ve detailed the biggest and best iOS 18 features.
Apple announced iOS 18 at WWDC 2024
For the full list of confirmed features, check out asApple’s dedicated iOS 18 features PDF.
it’s now available by default).
Redesigned Photos app
iOS 18 brings the “biggest-ever redesign” to the iPhone’s Photos app.
Apple announced iOS 18 at WWDC 2024
You’re able to filter photos by categories, too, like screenshots and groups.
According to Apple, this reduces the risk of database corruption or issues with third-party apps.
Advanced Home Screen customization
iOS 18 grants users the ability to rearrange app icons and widgets.
A selection of things Apple Intelligence can do
Control Center upgrades
Like the Home Screen, Control Center has also been upgraded in iOS 18.
The Messages app also supports the RCS standard in iOS 18.
A new Passwords app
iOS 18 brings with it a new, default iPhone app: Passwords.
Certain event tickets will also now feature a more dynamic design.
The app will automatically install for those with a Vision Pro headset registered to their Apple Account.
You’re also able to hide apps in a new Hidden Apps folder.
Butwith iOS 18, it’s possible for you to record video without pausing your audio.
This is a small change, but a welcome one.
Incidentally, thats also the same machine requirements as iOS 17.
Below, we’ve detailed the full list of iOS 18-compatible iPhones.
For more information, including confirmed iPadOS 18 compatibility, check out our dedicatediOS 18 and iPadOS 18 compatibilityexplainer.
iOS 18 introduces the ability to schedule messages(Image credit: Apple)
You’ll be able to send messages via satellite in iOS 18(Image credit: Apple)
The new Passwords app in action on macOS Sequoia
iOS 18 adds a new ‘tap to cash’ feature to the Wallet app
Apple Intelligence features will be limited to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max
