During the WWDC 2024 event in June, Apple gave us an exciting sneak peek into iOS 18, their next big release packed with innovative new features. This next-generation version of iOS is set to be released to the public in September. In this article, we’ll discuss 10 new features that iOS 18 will bring to your iPhone, making it more powerful and user-friendly than ever before.
Key Highlights:
1. Say Hello to Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence combines generative models with personal context to deliver highly relevant experiences. Siri gets a new look with an elegant glowing light and enhanced language understanding. OpenAI’s ChatGPT integration allows you to use it via Siri or within apps.
2. Arrange Apps and Widgets Anywhere
iOS 18 lets you place apps and widgets anywhere on the Home Screen, offering complete layout freedom.
3. Rich Communication Services (RCS) for Messages
iOS 18 transitions to Rich Communication Services (RCS) for green bubble texts, enhancing messaging with Android users.
4. New Text Effects and Expanded Tapback Options
The Messages app now includes new text effects and supports any emoji for Tapback reactions.
5. Schedule Messages to Send Later
You can now schedule messages to be sent at a later time, perfect for sending timely texts without needing to remember.
6. Messages Over Satellite
Send messages over satellite, allowing you to communicate even in remote areas without cellular service.
7. Genmoji: Create Your Own Emoji
Create any emoji you want with Genmoji in the Messages app by simply describing it, even including friends in the emojis.
8. Customizable Control Center
Customize the Control Center by swapping the Flashlight and Camera icons on the Lock Screen for other controls or removing them entirely.
9. Passwords App
The new Passwords app consolidates all your iCloud Keychain logins and passwords, including passkeys, Wi-Fi passwords, and verification codes.
Supported Devices
iOS 18 will run on all iPhones that can run iOS 17. Supported devices include:
– iPhone 15
– iPhone 15 Plus
– iPhone 15 Pro
– iPhone 15 Pro Max
– iPhone 14
– iPhone 14 Plus
– iPhone 14 Pro
– iPhone 14 Pro Max
– iPhone 13
– iPhone 13 mini
– iPhone 13 Pro
– iPhone 13 Pro Max
– iPhone 12
– iPhone 12 mini
– iPhone 12 Pro
– iPhone 12 Pro Max
– iPhone 11
– iPhone 11 Pro
– iPhone 11 Pro Max
– iPhone XS
– iPhone XS Max
– iPhone XR
– iPhone SE (2nd gen)
– iPhone SE (3rd gen)
Note: On-device AI capabilities require an iPhone 15 Pro or later.
Release Date
iOS 18 is currently available to developers for testing, with a public beta set to release in July. The official launch is in September 2024, alongside new iPhones.
Upgrade to iOS 18 and experience these fantastic new features that enhance your iPhone’s functionality and personalization.
